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East-West Healing Arts Institute
Madison, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 6425 Normandy Lane, Madison, WI 53719 · Phone: (608) 240-1600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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East-West Healing Arts Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Madison, Wisconsin offering massage therapy programs, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, East-West Healing Arts Institute has an 86.7% completion rate, above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at East-West Healing Arts Institute is $58,400, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 35.9% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $20,280 | $58,070 | $80,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (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 | 28 | $19,020 | not reported | not reported |
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
East-West Healing Arts Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Madison, Wisconsin, accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid programs, students can use FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. The school's single program family is massage therapy, with 28 completers recorded in the most recent federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 72.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 86.7%, above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $58,400, and 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, located in a large city, offers a single, focused massage therapy program rather than a range of associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a shorter, career-specific credential rather than a multi-year degree path. Because program length and specific outcomes like debt and earnings are not reported, prospective students—especially career changers—should confirm program duration, licensure requirements, and cost details directly with the school or its Scorecard page. Verifying accreditation status with the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and reviewing the College Scorecard listing are recommended steps before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
East-West Healing Arts Institute offers massage therapy programs, with 28 completers recorded in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, and its status is 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 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 86.7%, above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
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 (608) 240-1600 or see 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 listing for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $58,400, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly at (608) 240-1600 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a single, focused massage therapy program, which may suit those seeking a shorter, career-specific credential, though program length and scheduling details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach East-West Healing Arts Institute at (608) 240-1600 or visit https://acupressureschool.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 here; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483799 for comparison tools.
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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.