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Clary Sage College
Tulsa, Oklahoma · Private non-profit career college
Address: 3131 South Sheridan, Tulsa, OK 74145 · Phone: (918) 610-0027 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Clary Sage College is a private non-profit trade school in Tulsa, Oklahoma, offering cosmetology, massage therapy, and nail technician programs, accredited by ABHES and ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Clary Sage College has an 80.0% completion rate versus a 69.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,898 and median earnings of $28,954 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Clary Sage College is $26,123, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 64.7% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $18,980 | $29,650 | $44,260 |
| Massage therapists | $24,790 | $36,630 | $63,730 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $22,290 | $31,330 | $33,340 |
| Barbers | $29,340 | $34,860 | $35,370 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oklahoma (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 | 154 | $16,740 | $15,109 | $6,333 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 50 | $18,920 | $19,358 | $8,485 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $16,740 | $15,109 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | $16,740 | $15,109 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $16,740 | $15,109 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $16,740 | $15,109 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $16,740 | $15,109 | $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
Clary Sage College is a private non-profit trade school in Tulsa, Oklahoma, offering programs across cosmetology, massage therapy, nail technology, and barbering. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and it participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for their programs. Its most awarded programs are cosmetology (217 completers), massage therapy (50), and nail technician training (32), out of 325 total trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 415.
Federal data show a completion rate of 80.0%, above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,898. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,954. The annual cost of attendance is $26,123, and 64.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income student enrollment.
This campus fits students pursuing hands-on, licensure-track trades such as cosmetology, massage therapy, or nail technology rather than longer academic degree paths; program length details beyond completer counts are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Prospective students can verify these figures through the accreditors listed above and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Clary Sage College offers programs in cosmetology, massage therapy, nail technology, and barbering. Its top programs by completions are cosmetology (217), massage therapy (50), and nail technician training (32).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Clary Sage College is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
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-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 80.0%, which is above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $8,898, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $28,954, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $26,123.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Clary Sage College is a private non-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and institutional priorities compared with for-profit or public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (918) 610-0027 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ABHES and ACCSC, and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?450401.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology, massage therapy, and nail technology suggests it may suit career changers interested in hands-on, licensure-based trades, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements depend on the specific program and state regulations; this information is not reported in federal data, so contact the school directly to confirm.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Clary Sage College by phone at (918) 610-0027 or through its website at https://www.clarysagecollege.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?450401 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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.