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Cortiva Institute
King of Prussia, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 211 South Gulph Road Suite 100, King of Prussia, PA 19406 · Phone: (954) 962-2624 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cortiva Institute is a private for-profit trade school in King of Prussia, PA offering esthetician and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation.
Cortiva Institute has an 83.7% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,677 and median earnings of $32,094 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Cortiva Institute is $33,780, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 22.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
| Massage therapists | $31,000 | $58,300 | $77,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 119 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 66 | $22,976 | $20,960 | $6,861 |
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 school in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, located in a large suburb. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for training here. The campus is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation and the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and it awards credentials primarily in two program families: esthetician schools (119 completers) and massage therapy schools (66 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 83.7%, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,677. Median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $32,094. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,780, and 22.4% of students received Pell Grants, an indicator of lower-income enrollment.
This campus suits students pursuing focused, hands-on training in esthetics or massage therapy rather than a multi-year degree, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering shorter, skills-based training may want to weigh the cost against expected earnings. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the listed accreditors and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cortiva Institute offers two program families: esthetician schools (119 completers) and massage therapy schools (66 completers).
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.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus 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 83.7%, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $8,677, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,094.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $33,780.
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 rates and institutional priorities compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (954) 962-2624 or via https://www.cortiva.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?215044.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs focus on esthetics and massage therapy, which are commonly pursued as shorter, skills-based training, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cortiva Institute at (954) 962-2624 or visit https://www.cortiva.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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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.