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Renaissance Academie
Provo, Utah · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1460 N. Moonriver Drive, Provo, UT 84604 · Phone: 80137328872 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Dec 2025 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Sep 2023 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Renaissance Academie is a private for-profit trade school in Provo, Utah offering nail technician, cosmetology, and esthetician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Renaissance Academie has an 85.2% completion rate, above the Utah state average of 77.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $6,167, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,547.
Annual cost of attendance at Renaissance Academie is $26,778. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 20.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,410 | $28,820 | $38,940 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,810 | $35,140 | $51,130 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,810 | $45,490 | $58,090 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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 | 120 | $18,054 | $14,318 | $7,220 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | $18,054 | $14,318 | $7,220 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 37 | $18,054 | $14,318 | $7,220 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $18,054 | $14,318 | $7,220 |
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
Renaissance Academie is a private for-profit trade school located in Provo, Utah. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The school's most-awarded programs are nail technician training, cosmetology, and esthetician programs, reflecting its focus on the personal care and beauty trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 85.2%, which is above the Utah state average of 77.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,167, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,547. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,778, and 20.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Given its focus on nail technology, cosmetology, and esthetics, this campus is likely suited to students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees; the setting and program mix may appeal to adult career-changers looking to enter the beauty and personal care trades relatively quickly, though specific program lengths are not reported in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's full outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Renaissance Academie offers programs in nail technology, cosmetology, and esthetics, with nail technician training being its largest program by completions. It has four program offerings total according to federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Renaissance Academie is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 85.2%, which is above the Utah state average of 77.4%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $6,167.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,547.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $26,778.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Renaissance Academie is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition structures and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should review its Scorecard data closely.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at 80137328872 or via https://www.race.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458104.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on nail technology, cosmetology, and esthetics suggests it may suit those seeking career-focused training in personal care trades, though specific fit for adult learners is not detailed 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; check with Utah's cosmetology licensing board or contact the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Renaissance Academie by phone at 80137328872 or visit https://www.race.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458104 to compare similar programs.
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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.