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Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology
Wallingford, Connecticut · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 950 Yale Ave Unit 20, Wallingford, CT 06492 · Phone: 20329494960 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Wallingford, CT, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Academy Di Capelli has a 70.0% completion rate, near the Connecticut state average of 71.5%, with median graduate debt of $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology costs $17,370 per year in federal data, and it participates in federal financial aid programs, with 53.8% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,010 | $43,680 | $55,370 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $34,010 | $44,620 | $59,790 |
| Barbers | $38,500 | $41,400 | $43,640 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 65 | $17,233 | $20,687 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $17,233 | $20,687 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $17,233 | $20,687 | $9,833 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Wallingford, Connecticut, a large suburb. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus offers three program families, most commonly esthetician training (65 completers), cosmetology (28 completers), and barbering (27 completers).
Federal data show a completion rate of 70.0%, which is near the Connecticut state average of 71.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,370, and 53.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in hands-on personal-care trades such as esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering, particularly those seeking shorter, career-focused training rather than a multi-year degree program; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Academy Di Capelli offers esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs. Esthetician training has the most completers (65), followed by cosmetology (28) and barbering (27).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.0%, which is near the Connecticut state average of 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $6,333 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $17,370.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, aid eligibility, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at 20329494960 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?449463.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician, cosmetology, and barber training suggests it may suit career changers interested in hands-on personal-care trades, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported in federal data and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology by phone at 20329494960 or visit its website at https://www.academydicapelli.com/ for application details.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.