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Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy
Reston, Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 11425 Isaac Newton Square, Suite 200, Reston, VA 20190 · Phone: (703) 910-2323 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Reston, VA offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy has a 93.5% completion rate, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy is $13,557, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 28.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (U.S.) | $27,040 | $35,790 | $48,830 |
| Skincare specialists | $31,530 | $39,350 | $49,980 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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 | 32 | $24,896 | $19,227 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | $24,896 | $19,227 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 17 | $24,896 | $19,227 | $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
Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Reston, Virginia. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and students at this campus are eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The school awards training primarily in two program families: cosmetology schools, with 43 completers, and esthetician schools, with 32 completers, drawing from a total of 75 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 36.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 93.5%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. About 28.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students enrolled. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $13,557. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a broad academic degree path; the small enrollment and program focus suggest a career-training setting rather than a large college campus, though specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not detailed in the data provided. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly can clarify scheduling, program length, and current tuition, none of which are addressed in the federal figures presented here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology programs (43 completers) and esthetician programs (32 completers), totaling 75 trade completers across 3 programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, 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 financial aid programs, and 28.6% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 93.5%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
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 (703) 910-2323 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484923 for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $13,557.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means it operates for financial profit rather than being funded by state government or a non-profit board, though it can still participate in federal financial aid programs.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (703) 910-2323 or visit https://dsiacademy.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484923.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a small enrollment (36 students) and focused programs in cosmetology and esthetics, but specific adult-learner accommodations or schedule flexibility are not reported in the data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in the federal data; contact the school directly at (703) 910-2323 to ask about state licensing for cosmetology or esthetics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (703) 910-2323 or visit their website at https://dsiacademy.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484923 can be used to look up other schools for comparison.
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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.