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John Amico School of Hair Design
Oak Forest, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 15301 South Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest, IL 60452 · Phone: (708) 687-7800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — May 2025 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Jan 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
John Amico School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Oak Forest, IL, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
John Amico School of Hair Design has an 83.9% completion rate, above the Illinois state average of 58.4%, and graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, 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 John Amico School of Hair Design is $23,310, and the school accepts federal financial aid including Pell Grants, which 64.7% of students receive.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $45,330 | $47,360 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 | 81 | $15,449 | $14,299 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 72 | $15,449 | $14,299 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $15,449 | $14,299 | $7,917 |
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
John Amico School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school located in Oak Forest, Illinois, a large suburb setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students can apply for FAFSA support. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and holds active accreditation status. Its main programs are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician training being the largest program by completers.
Federal data show a completion rate of 83.9%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,310, and 64.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree, based on the program families reported. Whether the programs fit a career-changer's schedule is not detailed in the data provided, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program length and format. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the accreditor listed above and review the school's profile on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers esthetician and cosmetology programs, with esthetician training having the most completers (81) followed by cosmetology (77). There are three programs total reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as active.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.9%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, according to federal 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 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $23,310.
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 costs 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 data provided; contact the school at (708) 687-7800 or visit their website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify scheduling or format details needed to assess career-changer fit; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; check with the Illinois cosmetology licensing board or the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (708) 687-7800 or visit their website at https://www.johnamicoschoolofhairdesign.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to research other institutions offering 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.