Fortis Institute Reviews

"I attended Fortis LPN program from September '09- August '10. It cost me $22,000 to enroll. I was not allowed to pay for classes as I took them nor opt out of paying for certain books I could have bought much cheaper else where. The program was mediocre at best. A lot of professors obviously did not know how to teach and most of the program was self taught. The 'labs' are a joke. Instructors would spend about 15 minutes explaining what they wanted you to work on, then the rest of the two hours was spent on your own trying to learn the skill out of a book. I became pregnant at the end of the second semester and needed to drop a class or two because the course work was too much to handle for me in that state. I was not told however, that by dropping a class, it would be considered as a 'fail'. You are only permitted to fail two classes before you are kicked out of the program. I went through to my third semester only to find out at the end that I was being kicked out of the program for failing the two classes I dropped.I am now attending a new nursing school and called the get my transcripts from Fortis. They just informed me that not only by dropping those two classes they counted as a failed course, but I was also charged $1,867.00 because I was forced to withdrawal from the program. Until I pay them this money, they are holding my transcripts hostage. Oh, and just like the dropped classed counting as failed classes, they never told me about any extra charges by letter, email, phone call, or even face to face. Even while I'm thankfully out of this horrible school, they are still trying to get all of my money. They are liars and sneaks. They with hold important information until it is too late and there's then nothing you can do about it. DO NOT GO HERE. Please, look into any other program other than fortis. Believe me, you will be so grateful that you did not waste your time or hard earned money on this joke of a school."

"I 2 myself am a former student @ fortis columbus campus & just as the first post "run like a bat outta hell" states it is EXACTLY the truth. Although I have never met that student I did have those same instructor and OH MY GOD!! She couldn't have said it better. #1 they charge you $22,000 to go to their school #2 they don't have all your materials ready by the start of class. #3 Pro O is a nice guy but he should not be a teacher-at all, Professor Mullins does not know how 2 teach as well..ur better off doing an independant study. #4 their credits DO NOT I repeat DO NOT transfer anywhere unlike what the admissions rep told me. Just look at it for what it is...A BUSINESS people..they just want your money and a lot of it by the way. I also researched CPS Adult Ed's PN program and it is only $11,600 for a quality let me say it again quality program. The instructors care about your education and you get your money's worth. The classes are mon-fri 8:30a-3:30p. You also have to have your stna before you begin if not they offer those classes as well. Iam just so pissed that I found out about the school after I had started attending fortis but once I researched the school which I should've done before I went to fortis I immediately withdrew from fortis and applied. And yes the CPS program is accredited. The final decision is up to you...its gonna be your time and money..decide where you want to spend it for a year. To all my fellow students at fortis..good luck with your classes, wish you all well."

"Seriously the worst school I have EVER been to! There are NO words to properly describe this shit hole they call a school. The nursing labs consist of building a team and doing team clinical skills. The classes are self taught,and your completely screwed if you get Pro O for Anatomy and Physiology. Professor Mullins will teach you the most boring psych class ever with lots of pointless discussion. Then on the administrative side... for 3 weeks I didn't have a nursing book, a math book, or a lab book because they "ran out" and still didn't have any books for 3 weeks!Then the accredidation I still don't know if this school is accredited, they say they are but I find it highly unlikely. Absolutely horrible! I would recommend Hondros or CPS Adult ED. Way better, more organized, and not to mention I'm actually learning something for the money I've spent and it's over $11,000 cheaper for more quality education. I feel soooo bad for my classmates that are still attending Fortis...Good Luck Guys"

"The truth is, Fortis is not a good school, are very unorganized, poor management, just got creditation back a few months ago (after loosing it). Some instructors care as some do not, no one knows how to answer basic questions regarding the program of choice, most things are guessed. Little to NO structure, and yes you will spend most of your time being self taught. I too have been to other colleges and I have to admit this is by far the WORSE school I have even attended. Yes I regret enrolling however I have paid and will most likely finish. Some of the students act like children, are loud, and abnoxious. No not everyone who enrolls will make it through. Yes, this like most experiences this too will be what you make it, do not expect anything outside of the bare minimum out of the faculty. I strongly suggest looking at every and any other school before attending Fortis. Until they get rid of some of their current employees and hire in adminstrative, instructors, and management smart enough to do basic functions, this school will most definitely be a poor choice for anyone. Yes, their credits are worthless and can only be used at their school, which also means if you want to continue to RN you have to do it there. I sooo wish someone/anyone would have told me how shitty this would be, I know I would have NEVER enrolled. Be smart look elsewhere..."

"For 10 months I dedicated all my efforts and time to learning, I participated in field trips, used our lab every day of class. I believe I had great instructors from day one. I ended school with many certifications, good tools and lots of job interviews and I chose a position with a company 3 weeks after graduating. I have been employed for almost a year, making a very good income. I would recommend this school to anyone who can learn and apply what they learn.Yes like high school there are those who are there who have no intentions of learning, but there to cause problems. I ignored them and applied myself. Thanks Fortis Ravenna HVAC instructors.."

"I enrolled in the bio technician program and graduated in Sept of 2009 AND HAVE YET TO FIND A JOB!! :'( . MY INTERNSHIP HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH MY PROGRAM AND I HAD TO WAIT 2MONTHS TO EVEN START MY INTERNSHIP. I'M SO DEPRESSED AMD IN NEED OF THE CAREER I WAS PROMISED. I REALLY WASTED MY TIME."

"Im a current student graduating in may and if i was to do it all over again i wouldn't. Very UNPROFESSIONAL!!! financial aid a HOT MESS!!! the teachers the students its like a little ghetto fabolous hood. Please dont waste your money or time... Try Herzing , lawson but not tri state. Also credits DO NOT transfer out!!"

"Ok honest review. I'm a current student in the emt paramedic program so far I I loved my teachers. ms. Aubry:) but not naming names lol there really are some sweethearts and u believe fortis does know what they are doing in the staffing department by far I haven't met a teacher who is not willing to work with you and usually ( when the nursing students aren't in there) you have prettify good access to the lrc n how small the classes are! I feel very comfortable learning in that atmosphere and I like how this school works w you financially unlike brown mackie I have had and have too many girls in the Lpn program transferring to my school and loving it bc as long as you stay determined and persistent like I said you won't meet a staff member in that school unwilling to help you.. Where fasfa has held up my education in the past... Fortis worked it out so I could get in class even as it processed. And you can't say that for every school. I believe they genuinely do care about the student ... it's not their fault if you don't stat determined and on the ball, so keep your papers like anything w being an adult always make sure you save n copy documents with any institution things can be lost especially with many students it's just human error and people need to calm down. But all in all in general I love this school & the people in it... Except the woman at the front desk comes off as cold and mean I've heard a lot agree but don't let her effect your opinion... Plus when you talk to her a Lil more she actually smiles! :)"

"All of these people saying fortis is horrible is all an opinion. Yes, maybe they are disorganized. Most schools have disorganization, if you make copies of everything you give to the school nothing is ever lost. I went there and completed my LPN. I thought it was a great program I never had a teacher just not show up. I have very educated teachers some that ended up leaving to teach at major universities. You get what you put into fortis. It is a hard school its accelerated what do you expect basically a test everyday. I finished with all A's and B's. My teachers were there if I had any problems. I overall had a great experience. Do not let all of these reviews persuade you."

"When you go to speak with the admissions representatives they will lie to get you to join. This is NOT the same program as other RT programs. You can NOT work in a big hospital or image center. The equipment you learn on does NOT work but there is something to look at. The class size is so large that most of your teaching has to be done in tutoring on your own time in the day before class or you just dont get to learn it. If you mention this the director of the program will come to your class and get an attitude with you in front of everyone there. Dont bother to talk to the Dean because he will let them know it was you that voiced your concern, so you can get talked to like a small child in front of 32 of your peers. All the while being told its not their fault this class is over flowing. Dont worry about any prerequisites for any of the classes, you will have them AFTER you needed them not before( hence the reason they are called prerequisites )Then to top it off as your very last class they can suck more money from you is College success! Im so glad i get to learn how to succeed in college 3 weeks before im out!"

"Please exhaust all other possibilities before choosing Fortis College. I am currently a student in the PN program in Tampa and it is not unusual to show up for clinicals and no instructor show. Clinical sites are very far from the main campus.Very disorganized campus which adds and not aids to the stress of nursing school."

"I think the school in all, is very organized and the employees there are nice and willing to work to help you.I have looked into 3 different colleges Akron U and Kent State along with NMTA.All over priced. Longer clinicals and atleast 10 Gs more then whst i averaged the LPN courses at. I have friends from other Nursing schools that have recomended me to Fortis. Like any school there are draw backs. Look up reviews on any school there is always negative feedback"

"Fortis College is a rip off!! I feel I wasted my time and money here and Fortis does not prepare any students for a real nursing career outside of a nursing home, because clinicals consists of CNA work!"

"I am a current nursing student at Fortis in Salt Lake City. On my first visit to view the school I did have a poor experience with one of the sales/enrollers, however it was corrected immediately. Other than that one incident, I have not had any problems what so ever. In fact, I find the staff and faculty to be completely professional and organized. My experience has been, if I've asked a question and the staff doesn't have the answer, they find the answer and get back to me. In response to the person who mentioned in their review that they were never given information about who to make payment to, I have not found that to be true. Each time money is paid to the school for my loans, I receive notification from the agency who is funding th loans. Their documentation informs me that I have 30 days in which to contest the funds they have given the school in my behalf. In conclusion,I am highly satisfied with the school and would highly recommend Forits College to any family or friends."

"Officially I have been “screwed over” by Fortis which should have been a positive impact on my life. I will be sure to share and spread my negative experience with Fortis to others. I did not find the education worth $26,000. Plus it consist of poor education and services. Not to mention the school over charges for the merchandise you receive. The merchandise is by far cheaper if you were to purchases it at a retail store. I feel the classes did not cover enough information to be confident in entering the workforce. The classes are not licensed. I find it completely wrong and miss leading to students who enter this school. The registration representatives do not tell future students the full truth on the programs. The school is not properly accredited by recognized organizations that will consider the degrees “gainful employment”! I will not be paying the $1,000 and some odd dollars you guys are charging me for my final week. I didn’t even participate in that week. A $1,000 is absurd for one week. I have found the Fortis “success” team worthless in every aspect. Not once was anyone one there for my question I’ve address while enrolled. Fortis College is nothing more than a “joke”! I feel sorry for future students wasting away all that money when they can use it for a real recognized education. Another thing, I have asked 3 times who my loans are through and no one can seem to tell me. I have not gotten any information or who I make payments to. What kind of business are you guys running there? Fortis takes out loans for people without telling them who the loans are through and who to make payments too. My attorney has told me just by the school doing so I have a case.He is currently reviewing my case. From what I have been informed I will be getting all that wasted money back. Especially once the law is passed against post secondary schools."

"Fortis, like any school, has its mishaps. some teachers suck, others are outstanding! Most of the teachers i have had, have made a genuine effort to help me get through school. You have to put in the time and effort to make it through the classes, but no one at the school seems happy when you fail, just bc they recieve the pay out. As far as the administration goes, they are having quite a few issues bc of the name change and everything that their doing to get us accedidation. But i strongly believe that they are trying hard to work their issues out for their students.Like any school, you need to do the research and check the status and background of the school. It's not the place for everyone, but if you're willing to work hard, you will come out on top and be successful in your schooling and in you possible carreer. The school is not a joke. It takes real effort to get through. I would recommemd it!!"

"Fortis College, Columbus is coming up very good.The reason why you see some student complaining is because the are not ready to study hard, they still feel like they are still in high school where you will not do a serious reading and still pass their exams.Girls $ Boys grow up, you need to study, before you can pass, this nursing college and not a high school people. Stop castigating the school or the teachers. There might be one or two bad teacher, but not all of them. in fact the teacher are real trying their best.Note that this school is just coming up, and they will get. Rome was not build in a day."

"im a student the school is crap. they cant keep teachers long. the teachers that are there dont care. they sre only their to get paid. i have not learned much but i figure since ive paid so much i might as well stick it out"

"I would NOT recommend this school. I was only there for 1 class and dropped out. From day oneof orientation it was unorganized. I completely understand how college works as I have been to college before, just changing career paths.Hard work is a must and dedication.However I believe if your paying money, especially the kind of money that I was charged you should feel as if you are being taught something. You are better off going to a bookstore, purchasing some books and learning on your own. My 1 class that I withdrew from cost me 6000.00 which is a joke. I will continue my career path as a nurse but definately go to a school that I feel actually does something for the money I am PAYING them to do.Please talk to current students before deciding to go"

"I just had to withdraw from fortis college in westerville(columbus oh) today. I lost $7,500 but had I tried to continue my education there I would have lost even more. They are UNORGANIZED. They loose everything you give them, currently our teachers were lecturing over the books we had but tests us on books the class before us had. So regardless of knowing the book front to back you could still fail. Their grading method is horrible. And their policys are ridiculous. They are currently trying to kick out people without telling them until the last min. to keep their money. Please do not go to fortis, save your money, and save the stress. Do not make the mistake I did. I am now transferring to Hondros and couldn't be more relieved."