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PCI Academy-Iowa City
Iowa City, Iowa · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1550 South 1st Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240 · Phone: (515) 337-2907 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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PCI Academy-Iowa City is a private for-profit trade school in Iowa City, Iowa offering esthetician, cosmetology, and massage therapy programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, 71.4% of students complete their program, above the state average of 63.6%; median graduate debt is $5,828 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,330.
Annual cost of attendance at PCI Academy-Iowa City is $22,589, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 33.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $37,080 | $50,060 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,650 | $35,700 | $48,580 |
| Massage therapists | $37,560 | $57,710 | $76,090 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Iowa (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 | 46 | $24,853 | $24,035 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 23 | $24,853 | $24,035 | $6,333 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | $5,827 |
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
PCI Academy-Iowa City is a private for-profit trade school located in Iowa City, Iowa. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus's most-awarded programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and massage therapy schools, with esthetician training representing the largest share of completions.
According to federal data, 71.4% of students complete their program here, compared to a state average of 63.6%, putting this campus above the state average. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,828, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,330. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $22,589, and 33.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on training in personal care fields such as esthetics, cosmetology, or massage therapy rather than multi-year associate degree programs, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should independently verify accreditation status and outcome data through the accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, as figures can change and program-length details aren't included in the data provided here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
PCI Academy-Iowa City offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and massage therapy schools, with 46, 23, and 5 completers respectively in the reported data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus 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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.4%, which is above the Iowa state average of 63.6%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
The median debt among graduates is $5,828, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $31,330, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $22,589 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
PCI Academy-Iowa City is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (515) 337-2907 or visit its website for specifics.
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 check outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?495378.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs offered—esthetician, cosmetology, and massage therapy—are hands-on training fields, but specific fit for career changers, such as schedule flexibility, is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach PCI Academy-Iowa City at (515) 337-2907 or through its website, https://www.pci-academy.com/.
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; check the College Scorecard for nearby institutions offering similar programs.
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- Carlson College of Massage TherapyAnamosa, IA · 100% completion
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- PCI Academy-AmesAmes, IA · 77% completion
- Capri College-DavenportDavenport, IA · 82% completion
- La James International College-DavenportDavenport, IA · 91% completion
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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.