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Parisian Spa Institute
Jacksonville, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1045 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204 · Phone: (904) 350-9796 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Parisian Spa Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Jacksonville, FL offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Parisian Spa Institute has a 92.9% completion rate, above the state average of 70.5%, and graduates carry a median debt of $3,167, 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 Parisian Spa Institute is $5,538, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants, with 21.4% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 104 | $16,692 | $14,812 | $3,167 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 46 | $16,692 | $14,812 | $3,167 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $16,692 | $14,812 | $3,167 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $16,692 | $14,812 | $3,167 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $16,692 | $14,812 | $3,167 |
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
Parisian Spa Institute is a private, for-profit trade school in Jacksonville, Florida, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The campus participates in the federal Title IV financial aid program, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help cover tuition. The school's most-awarded programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with six program families offered overall.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 92.9%, above the state average of 70.5% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $3,167. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $5,538, and 21.4% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus appears best suited to students seeking focused, hands-on training in beauty and spa trades rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Career changers considering a shorter, skills-focused route may want to confirm program duration and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences directly or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Parisian Spa Institute offers six program families, most notably esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools.
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 aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 92.9%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $3,167 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 directly 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 $5,538.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Parisian Spa Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (904) 350-9796 or via https://psijax.edu/ to confirm schedules.
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 outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483896.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician training suggests a hands-on, trade-specific path, though specific scheduling details for adult learners are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Parisian Spa Institute at (904) 350-9796 or visit https://psijax.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across institutions.
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.