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Nova Academy of Cosmetology Mankato
Mankato, Minnesota · career school · part of - · Training programs available:
Address: 500 Raintree Road, Suite 10, Mankato, MN 56001 · Phone: see website
Sanction on record, since lifted — Apr 2024 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Apr 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Nova Academy of Cosmetology Mankato is a trade school in Mankato, Minnesota offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, including completion rate versus the state average, graduate debt, and earnings figures.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This school does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,590 | $39,170 | $59,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Minnesota (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 |
|---|
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
Nova Academy of Cosmetology Mankato is a career-training campus located in Mankato, Minnesota. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with an accreditation status listed as Accredited. Its program family is cosmetology, and the campus does not currently participate in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students cannot use FAFSA or Pell Grants to help pay for tuition here.
Detailed outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited in available federal data. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should contact the school directly or consult the College Scorecard for any updated figures.
Because specific program lengths and completion data are not reported, it is not possible to determine from this data alone whether the school's offerings are short-term certificates or longer programs, or how well suited they are to adult career changers. Students interested in cosmetology training should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for any available outcome data before enrolling. Since Title IV aid is not available, students should also ask the school about alternative payment options.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Nova Academy of Cosmetology Mankato offers programs in the cosmetology field. Specific program names beyond this general family are not reported in the available data.
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?
No, this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so students cannot use FAFSA or Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for more information.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition rates.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The control type (public, non-profit, or for-profit) for this campus is not reported in the available data, which can affect financial aid eligibility and pricing structure.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to ask about program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for any available outcome data.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and format details needed to assess fit for adult career changers are not reported in the available data. Contact the school to discuss scheduling and format options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the available data; contact the school or your state's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
Contact information such as phone number and website is not included in the available data. Check the College Scorecard listing for this campus for possible contact details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported in the available data.
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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.