Massage Therapy at Fortis Institute-Scranton

Scranton, PA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services

a compact campus enrolling 205 students in Scranton, PA.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $23,275/yr, edging above the $20,587 national average for Massage Therapy — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand for this trade.

The 17.3x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 27% task exposure — and the 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Massage Therapy graduates.

At $9,500 in median debt against $23,275 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

At #193 out of 224 programs, Fortis Institute-Scranton's financial outcomes for Massage Therapy trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Massage Therapy has a registered apprenticeship option through Certified Massage Therapist (Cmt) with a median wage of $57,950/yr — worth exploring for students who prefer structured on-the-job training.

36 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
32
Low End
36
Score
36
High End
Earnings $23,275/yr (13% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (73% shielded)
Job Market Large (52,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$23K
Reported median after graduation
Earnings Multiple
17.4x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Program Tuition
$14,444
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
4.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$20,631
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Massage Therapy graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Massage therapists $57,950 +15.4% 93%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Massage therapists
$57,950
+15.4% growth 93% AI-proof

Massage Therapy Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Massage Therapy careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 36/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Massage Therapy at Fortis Institute-Scranton?
At 36/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Massage Therapy programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Will Massage Therapy graduates from Fortis Institute-Scranton find jobs?
With approximately 52,100 annual openings across mapped careers, Massage Therapy offers a large employment pool. Fortis Institute-Scranton graduates enter a market shaped by an aging population and expanding healthcare access.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →