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Academy for Salon Professionals
Northridge, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 19520 Nordhoff St. Unit 9, Northridge, CA 91324 · Phone: (818) 701-5799 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Academy for Salon Professionals is a private for-profit trade school in Northridge, CA offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Academy for Salon Professionals has a 93.9% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, and graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Academy for Salon Professionals is $20,803, and federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 46.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 97 | $24,031 | $18,576 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $24,031 | $18,576 | $6,333 |
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 for Salon Professionals is a private for-profit trade school located in Northridge, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus focuses on two program families: esthetician schools, which account for 97 of its recent completions, and cosmetology schools, with 19 completions.
Of the 134 students enrolled, 116 completed their programs, giving a completion rate of 93.9%, well above the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates leave with 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 $20,803, and 46.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, situated in a large city, may suit students seeking focused, shorter-term training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree path. The high completion rate and Pell participation suggest a program structure that supports students of varying backgrounds, including possible career changers, though this is not explicitly confirmed by federal data. To verify accreditation status or check updated outcome figures, prospective students should consult the accreditor directly or review the school's profile on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers esthetician programs (97 recent completers) and cosmetology programs (19 recent completers), making up its two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, and 46.2% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 93.9%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for more information.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,803.
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, ownership structure, and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (818) 701-5799 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's dedicated page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported in federal data; contacting the school directly can clarify this.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; the school or California's licensing board can provide specifics for esthetician and cosmetology fields.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Academy for Salon Professionals at (818) 701-5799 or through its website, academyla.com.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; the College Scorecard site can be used to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across similar institutions.
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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.