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Capri College-Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2945 Williams Parkway S.W., Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 · Phone: 3193641541206 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Capri College-Cedar Rapids is a private for-profit trade school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa offering cosmetology, esthetician, and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Capri College-Cedar Rapids has a 65.0% completion rate versus a 63.6% Iowa state average, with median graduate debt of $7,600 and median earnings of $29,307 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Capri College-Cedar Rapids is reported at $20,474, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 48.8% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,650 | $35,700 | $48,580 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $37,080 | $50,060 |
| Massage therapists | $37,560 | $57,710 | $76,090 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Iowa (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 | 45 | $24,940 | $21,312 | $7,842 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | $24,940 | $21,312 | $7,842 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $18,269 | $22,329 | 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
Capri College-Cedar Rapids is a private for-profit trade school located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in a midsize city setting. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus's most common programs are cosmetology (45 completers), esthetician training (25 completers), and massage therapy (14 completers).
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 65.0%, close to the Iowa state average of 63.6%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,600, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $29,307. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $20,474, and 48.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need.
Based on its program mix in cosmetology, esthetics, and massage therapy, this campus offers shorter career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, a structure often suited to students seeking a faster path into a trade or those changing careers. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date outcome figures before enrolling, since program details can change over time.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Capri College-Cedar Rapids offers cosmetology, esthetician, and massage therapy programs, with cosmetology as its largest program by completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 65.0%, which is near the Iowa state average of 63.6%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported as $7,600.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported as $29,307.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $20,474.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Capri College-Cedar Rapids is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, ownership structure, and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at 3193641541206 or via its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?153083.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and massage therapy are structured as focused career-training fields rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit those seeking a shorter path into a trade, though specific scheduling details are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, and massage therapy vary by state and are not reported in federal data; contact the school or Iowa's licensing board to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Capri College-Cedar Rapids by phone at 3193641541206 or visit its website at https://www.capricollege.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?153083 can be used to compare outcomes across schools.
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.