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Pivot Point Academy
Bloomingdale, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 144 East Lake Street, Suite C, Bloomingdale, IL 60108 · Phone: (847) 985-5900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pivot Point Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Bloomingdale, Illinois offering cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Pivot Point Academy has a 91.4% completion rate, above the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $30,453 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Pivot Point Academy is $16,391, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 35.9% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $45,330 | $47,360 |
| Barbers | $31,460 | $65,430 | $71,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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, 1–2 years | 69 | $17,841 | $18,483 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | $17,841 | $18,483 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $17,841 | $18,483 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $17,841 | $18,483 | $9,833 |
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
Pivot Point Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Bloomingdale, Illinois, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help cover costs. The school's programs fall into cosmetology, esthetician, and barber program families, with cosmetology schools (71 completers), esthetician schools (28 completers), and barber schools (12 completers) as the top programs awarded.
Federal Scorecard data show a completion rate of 91.4%, above the state average of 58.4% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,453. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,391, and 35.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Placement rates are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its focus on cosmetology, esthetician, and barber training, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs rather than multi-year degrees; whether it fits adult career-changers specifically is not detailed in the data beyond program length and setting. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the College Scorecard listing for the most current federal outcome data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Pivot Point Academy offers cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, with cosmetology schools (71 completers), esthetician schools (28 completers), and barber schools (12 completers) as the top programs.
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 financial aid programs, so 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 91.4%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,833 per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,453 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $16,391.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Pivot Point Academy is a private for-profit school; control type can affect tuition structure and how federal aid applies, though this campus does participate in Title IV aid.
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 (847) 985-5900 or visit https://www.pivotpoint.edu/ for details.
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 College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?373216.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, hands-on program families in cosmetology, esthetician, and barbering, but specific fit for adult career-changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss your situation.
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 specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pivot Point Academy at (847) 985-5900 or through its website at https://www.pivotpoint.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?373216 can be used 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.