At a Glance
Fortis Institute-Towson is a small private for-profit college in Towson, MD. Approximately 354 undergraduates are enrolled. Lake Aldred is about 28 miles from campus. The nearest beach is about 22 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 48 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Towson, MD
Campus Identity
Fortis Institute-Towson is a small private for-profit college in Towson, MD. Approximately 354 undergraduates are enrolled. Lake Aldred is about 28 miles from campus. The nearest beach is about 22 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 48 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Fortis Institute-Towson is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 22 miles from Dog Beach, MD and 48 miles from Liberty Mountain Resort.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Beach Access
22 miles
Dog Beach, MD
Weather
Warm Climate
50°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Fortis Institute-Towson students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Liberty Mountain Resort, 48 miles away with 8 lifts and 100 skiable acres. All are within 75 miles of campus.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Nearest Beach
Students at Fortis Institute-Towson are 22 miles from Dog Beach, MD.
Dog Beach, MD
Ocean access within 21.9 miles
Nearby Lake
Lake Aldred is 28 miles from campus, giving Fortis Institute-Towson students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Lake Aldred
Lake access within 27.9 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Towson, MD
Towson has a mild climate, with winters averaging 35°F in Jan and summers peaking around 78°F in Jul.
Station: CYLBURN · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Fortis Institute-Towson in MD earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
15 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fortis Institute-Towson located?
Fortis Institute-Towson is located in Towson, MD. The main campus address is 700 York Road, Towson, MD. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How many students attend Fortis Institute-Towson?
Fortis Institute-Towson enrolls 354 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Is Fortis Institute-Towson the right fit for me?
Whether Fortis Institute-Towson is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($31,549/year after aid), campus culture in Towson, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Fortis Institute-Towson against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Fortis Institute-Towson directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Towson, MD
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 50°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Baltimore, MD (MTN) · 12 mialso BWI (16 mi), FME (24 mi)