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Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury
Woodbury, Minnesota · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1750 Weir Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125 · Phone: (651) 333-1410 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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 Woodbury is a private for-profit trade school in Woodbury, Minnesota, offering cosmetology and massage therapy programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Federal outcome data on completion rate, graduate debt, and earnings is not reported for this campus; the state average completion rate in Minnesota is 48.2% per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance and Pell Grant share are not reported in federal data for Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury; federal financial aid can be used here since the school participates in Title IV programs.
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 |
| Massage therapists | $28,320 | $63,070 | $81,000 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 60 | $23,604 | $21,356 | $8,467 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | $23,604 | $21,356 | $8,467 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | $23,604 | $21,356 | $8,467 |
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 Woodbury is a private for-profit trade school in Woodbury, Minnesota, located in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students may use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for programs here. The campus offers four programs across two program families, with the largest enrollments in cosmetology schools (99 completers) and massage therapy schools (15 completers).
Federal data show 114 trade program completers at this campus. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Minnesota is 48.2%, but this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median graduate debt, 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.
Given its focus on cosmetology and massage therapy, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, licensure-track training in personal care fields rather than a traditional multi-year degree; however, program length and schedule details are not included in the data available here, so prospective students should confirm those specifics directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and check for any updated outcome figures, contact Nova Academy directly at (651) 333-1410, visit novaacademy.edu, or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury offers four programs in two families: cosmetology schools (99 completers) and massage therapy schools (15 completers).
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 campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants where eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported in federal data. The Minnesota state average completion rate is 48.2%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (651) 333-1410 or check 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.
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 directly for current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid packaging, and program marketing compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data available for this campus; contact the school at (651) 333-1410 or visit novaacademy.edu for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data, where available, on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided scorecard_url.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not include program length or schedule details needed to assess fit for career changers; prospective students should contact the school directly to discuss program format and timing.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements for cosmetology and massage therapy vary by state and are not detailed in this campus's federal data; contact the school or Minnesota's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury at (651) 333-1410 or through its website, novaacademy.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this listing; consult the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.