Health and Medical Administrative Services at Fortis Institute
Associate's Degree
Analysis
The small class size here (under 30 graduates) means one or two outliers could skew these numbers significantly, but the available data shows Fortis Institute's graduates earning slightly above both Texas and national medians for medical administrative programs. At $35,034 first-year, they're outpacing the national benchmark by about $3,300 and sitting comfortably in the 60th percentile among Texas programs—middle of the pack in a state with 55 competing options.
The debt load of $22,386 translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.64, which is manageable territory for an associate degree. For context, this means roughly eight months of gross earnings to cover the debt—not ideal, but far from the crisis-level ratios we see in some healthcare programs. With three-quarters of students qualifying for Pell grants, this program appears to be serving students who need affordable pathways into healthcare administration.
The real limitation is the ceiling: top programs like San Jacinto Community College show graduates earning $4,600 more annually. Given the similar debt loads across Texas programs, those earnings differences compound quickly. If your child has options among community colleges with stronger track records, those are worth exploring. But if Fortis offers better location or scheduling flexibility, the fundamentals here aren't alarming—just be aware you're paying private-school tuition for middle-tier outcomes.
Where Fortis Institute Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all health and medical administrative services associates's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Earnings Distribution
How Fortis Institute graduates compare to all programs nationally
Fortis Institute graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 66th percentile of all health and medical administrative services associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Health and Medical Administrative Services associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (55 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortis Institute | $35,034 | — | $22,386 | 0.64 |
| San Jacinto Community College | $39,653 | $40,095 | $11,050 | 0.28 |
| Tyler Junior College | $35,225 | $30,239 | $19,717 | 0.56 |
| Fortis College | $35,034 | — | $22,386 | 0.64 |
| The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest | $34,266 | $39,680 | $19,200 | 0.56 |
| College of Health Care Professions | $34,266 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $31,719 | — | $23,000 | 0.73 |
Other Health and Medical Administrative Services Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jacinto Community College Pasadena | $1,992 | $39,653 | $11,050 |
| Tyler Junior College Tyler | $3,112 | $35,225 | $19,717 |
| Fortis College Houston | — | $35,034 | $22,386 |
| The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest Houston | — | $34,266 | $19,200 |
| College of Health Care Professions Houston | — | $34,266 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Fortis Institute, approximately 75% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.