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Salem College of Hairstyling
Rolla, Missouri · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1051 Kings Hwy, Suite #1, Rolla, MO 65401 · Phone: (573) 368-3136 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Salem College of Hairstyling is a private for-profit trade school in Rolla, Missouri offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Salem College of Hairstyling has an 80.0% completion rate, above the Missouri state average of 69.3%, and median graduate earnings of $18,275 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Salem College of Hairstyling is $12,990, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 34.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $28,600 | $30,750 | $38,130 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (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 | 16 | $13,653 | $12,221 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $13,653 | $12,221 | not reported |
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
Salem College of Hairstyling is a private for-profit trade school located in Rolla, Missouri, a remote town setting. 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. The campus is small, enrolling 31 undergraduates, and its main program area is cosmetology, with 17 completers in cosmetology schools most recently reported.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.0%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $18,275. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $12,990. About 34.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income students attend this campus. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus appears suited to students focused specifically on cosmetology training in a small, hands-on setting rather than those seeking a broad range of trade programs. Because program length details are not reported here, prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and program duration. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome data, check the accreditor's records and the College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Salem College of Hairstyling offers cosmetology programs, with 17 completers reported in that field.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with an accreditation status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.0%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (573) 368-3136 for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $18,275, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $12,990.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Salem College of Hairstyling is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs 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 directly to confirm program duration.
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 official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?179195.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details are not reported here, so adult career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit for their 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 at (573) 368-3136 to learn about state cosmetology licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Salem College of Hairstyling at (573) 368-3136 or visit https://www.centralandsalemcolleges.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported in federal data; you can use 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.