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Innovate Salon Academy
Ewing, New Jersey · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 25 Scotch Road, Ewing, NJ 08628 · Phone: (908) 412-9600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Innovate Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Ewing, New Jersey offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Innovate Salon Academy has an 82.1% completion rate versus a 61.9% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Innovate Salon Academy is $27,001, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 52.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $35,180 | $45,870 | $50,750 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $32,220 | $36,150 | $53,580 |
| Barbers | $32,220 | $54,850 | $63,170 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (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 | 58 | $19,362 | $20,748 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | $19,362 | $20,748 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $19,362 | $20,748 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $19,362 | $20,748 | $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
Innovate Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Ewing, New Jersey, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may apply for FAFSA funding, including Pell Grants. Its most-awarded programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, reflecting a focus on personal-care trades.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 82.1%, above the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, though median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,001, and 52.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus appears suited to students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology-related trades rather than long academic degree paths, based on its program families and completer counts. Adults changing careers may find the personal-care focus and above-average completion rate relevant, though program length and schedule details are not included in this data and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review outcome data independently through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since figures such as post-completion earnings are not reported for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Innovate Salon Academy offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician programs being the largest by completions (58), followed by cosmetology (48) and barbering (27).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, 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, so students can apply for FAFSA funding, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 82.1%, which is above the New Jersey state average of 61.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $27,001.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Innovate Salon Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, ownership structure, and eligibility for certain state aid programs compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school at (908) 412-9600 or visit their website to confirm current program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?492731.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs and its above-average completion rate suggest it serves students seeking focused, hands-on training, but specific fit for career changers depends on schedule and format details not included in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering are set by New Jersey state boards and are not detailed in this data; contact the school for guidance on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Innovate Salon Academy at (908) 412-9600 or through its website, https://innovatesalonacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons with nearby schools are not included in this data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across similar programs.
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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.