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Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago
Chicago, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Also listed as: Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago in Chicago also appears in the federal (IPEDS) record. Separate records usually reflect separate registrations, not separate schools.
Address: 4269 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60632 · Phone: (773) 890-0412 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago is a private for-profit trade school in Chicago, IL offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago has a 53.3% completion rate, below the Illinois state average of 58.4%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $29,075, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago is $16,248, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 72.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago is a private for-profit trade school located in Chicago, Illinois. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for enrollment. The campus focuses on a single program family, cosmetology, and its top program is Cosmetology schools, which accounted for 20 completers in the most recent reporting period.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 53.3%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $29,075. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,248. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 72.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus serves a small student body of 64 undergraduates in a large city setting, with a single concentrated program area in cosmetology. Because only one program family is listed, this school may suit students specifically seeking cosmetology training rather than broader vocational options. Whether the program length and schedule fit an adult career-changer is not reported in federal data available here. Prospective students should verify accreditation directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago offers cosmetology programs, with its top program being Cosmetology schools, which had 20 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 72.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.3%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (773) 890-0412 or check the College Scorecard link for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $29,075, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $16,248 per year.
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 pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (773) 890-0412 or visit https://cannellaschool.com/ for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?143491.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data provided does not report program length or schedule details needed to judge fit for adult career changers; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (773) 890-0412 to learn about cosmetology licensing in Illinois.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago at (773) 890-0412 or through its website at https://cannellaschool.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby cosmetology schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?143491 to compare outcomes across schools.
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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.