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Carlson College of Massage Therapy
Anamosa, Iowa · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 11809 Country Rd X28, Anamosa, IA 52205 · Phone: (319) 462-3402 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Carlson College of Massage Therapy is a private for-profit trade school in Anamosa, Iowa offering massage therapy programs, accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Carlson College of Massage Therapy has a 100.0% completion rate versus a 63.6% Iowa state average, with median earnings of $26,893 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Carlson College of Massage Therapy is $18,817, and federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 55.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | $16,769 | not reported | $7,389 |
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
Carlson College of Massage Therapy is a private for-profit trade school in Anamosa, Iowa, located in a distant rural area. It is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, and students here can use federal financial aid (FAFSA/Pell) to help pay for their education. The campus offers one program family, massage therapy, which has awarded 49 completions among its roughly 39 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, well above the Iowa state average of 63.6%. Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,893. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,817, and 55.0% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because this campus offers a single, focused massage therapy program, it may suit students who want a short, hands-on career-training path rather than a multi-year associate degree, though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering this route should independently verify accreditation status and outcomes through the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Prospective students should also contact the school directly for current program details, schedules, and licensing requirements, since these specifics are not included in the federal dataset used here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Carlson College of Massage Therapy offers massage therapy programs, its only listed program family, which has produced 49 completions.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, 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 financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the Iowa state average of 63.6%.
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 (319) 462-3402 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $26,893, according to federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $18,817.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Carlson College of Massage Therapy is a private for-profit school, meaning it is run for profit rather than by a public or non-profit governing body; this can affect tuition structure and financial aid options.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (319) 462-3402 or via its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451194.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single-program, massage-therapy focus suggests a career-training path rather than a multi-year degree, but specific fit for adult career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation or contact the school for state-specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Carlson College of Massage Therapy at (319) 462-3402 or visit https://www.carlsoncollege.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby massage therapy schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare schools directly.
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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.