Trade and career programs at Fortis College-Dothan
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 94 | $26,124 | $29,744 | $9,500 |
| HVAC | Certificate | 30 | $40,190 | $44,022 | $13,000 |
Fortis College-Dothan cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $17,000 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,638 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $19,894 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $19,425 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $20,621 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $24,039 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $26,638 |
| Over $110,000 | $26,638 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 70% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 67% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $34,712 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,483 in federal student loans.
- 84% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Fortis College-Dothan cost?
Tuition and fees are $17,000 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $19,894 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Fortis College-Dothan?
70% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Fortis College-Dothan graduates earn?
HVAC certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $40,190 one year after finishing.
Is Fortis College-Dothan accredited?
The Department of Education lists Fortis College-Dothan as eligible for federal student aid. Ask the school about program accreditation and state licensing.
Other trade schools nearby
- George C Wallace Community College-Dothan, Dothan: $5,400 a year
- John C Calhoun State Community College, Tanner: $5,540 a year
- Coastal Alabama Community College, Bay Minette: $5,760 a year
- George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville, Hanceville: $5,640 a year
- Southern Union State Community College, Wadley: $5,460 a year
- Gadsden State Community College, Gadsden: $4,608 a year
More: all trade schools in Alabama · Fortis College-Dothan on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.