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Montana Academy of Salons
Great Falls, Montana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 501 2nd St S, Great Falls, MT 59405 · Phone: 40677187724 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Montana Academy of Salons is a private for-profit trade school in Great Falls, Montana, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Montana Academy of Salons has a 67.0% completion rate, above the state average of 52.3%, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $28,841 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Montana Academy of Salons is $20,851, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 34.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $35,130 | $58,500 | $76,040 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,160 | $38,000 | $59,900 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $26,690 | $33,660 | $34,900 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
| Massage therapists | $25,020 | $53,540 | $85,040 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Montana (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 | 34 | $19,446 | $17,430 | $10,292 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $19,446 | $17,430 | $10,292 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $19,446 | $17,430 | $10,292 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $19,446 | $17,430 | $10,292 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | $14,442 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 4 | $19,446 | $17,430 | $10,292 |
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
Montana Academy of Salons is a private for-profit trade school in Great Falls, Montana. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, at this campus. The school offers six program families, most commonly esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician training, with esthetician programs (34 completers), cosmetology (24), and nail technician (17) as the top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 67.0%, which is above the Montana state average of 52.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $28,841. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $20,851, and 34.3% of students receive Pell Grants. Placement rates after graduation are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training programs in personal care trades such as cosmetology or esthetics, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should independently verify accreditation status through NACCAS and review current outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Contact the school directly for details on schedules, licensing requirements, or admissions.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Montana Academy of Salons offers six program families, most commonly esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, based on completer counts.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation 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 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 67.0%, which is above the Montana state average of 52.3%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,833 per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,841 per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $20,851.
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 lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the phone number or website listed to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457749.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program lengths or scheduling flexibility, so fit for career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check Montana state licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, or related trades.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Montana Academy of Salons by phone at 40677187724 or visit their website at https://montanaacademy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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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.