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Cortiva Institute
Cromwell, Connecticut · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 45 Shunpike Road, Suite 10, Cromwell, CT 06416 · Phone: (860) 667-1886 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cortiva Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Cromwell, Connecticut, offering cosmetology and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation.
Cortiva Institute has an 84.8% completion rate, above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%, with median graduate debt of $11,259 and median earnings of $34,866 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Cortiva Institute is reported at $37,553, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 57.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $34,010 | $44,620 | $59,790 |
| Massage therapists | $34,010 | $62,260 | $81,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (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 | 149 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 56 | $23,835 | $23,440 | $7,600 |
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
Cortiva Institute is a private for-profit trade and career training campus in Cromwell, Connecticut. It is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The campus's most common programs are cosmetology schools (149 completers) and massage therapy schools (56 completers), totaling roughly 205 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of about 209.
Federal data show a completion rate of 84.8%, which is above the state average of 71.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,259, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,866. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $37,553, and 57.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Program length figures are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus centers on cosmetology and massage therapy training, fields typically built around shorter, hands-on career-preparation programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering a shift into a licensed personal-services trade may want to weigh the above-average completion rate and below-typical debt load against the reported earnings figure. Anyone evaluating this school should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cortiva Institute offers cosmetology programs (149 completers) and massage therapy programs (56 completers), its two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, with accreditation status listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 84.8%, which is above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $11,259.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,866.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is reported at $37,553.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cortiva Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and funding sources 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 (860) 667-1886 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the listed accreditors and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?128896.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's cosmetology and massage therapy programs are typically shorter, hands-on career-preparation tracks, which may suit adult career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and massage therapy vary by state and are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with Connecticut's licensing board or the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cortiva Institute at (860) 667-1886 or through its website at https://www.cortiva.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare similar programs in the region.
Nearby trade and career schools in Connecticut
- Paul Mitchell the School-North HavenNorth Haven, CT · 92% completion
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- TIGI Hairdressing Academy NewtownNewtown, CT · 81% completion
- TIGI Hairdressing Academy GuilfordGuilford, CT · 60% completion
- Branford Academy of Hair and CosmetologyBranford, CT · 100% completion
- Lincoln Technical Institute-SheltonShelton, CT · 65% completion
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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.