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Salon Professional Academy
Howell, New Jersey · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 4741 US Highway 9, Howell, NJ 07731 · Phone: (732) 719-4155 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Salon Professional Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Howell, New Jersey, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Completion rate for this campus is not reported, though the New Jersey state average is 61.9%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Salon Professional Academy is $21,487, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 31.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $35,180 | $45,870 | $50,750 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $32,220 | $36,150 | $53,580 |
| Barbers | $32,220 | $54,850 | $63,170 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (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 | 64 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | 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
Salon Professional Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Howell, New Jersey, a large suburb. The campus 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 esthetician training (64 completions), cosmetology (43 completions), and barbering (8 completions), reflecting a clear focus on personal-care trades.
Federal data shows the school enrolled 237 undergraduates with 115 trade program completers. A campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the statewide average completion rate in New Jersey is 61.9%, and how this campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,487, and 31.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on training in esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree path. Whether it fits adult career-changers specifically is not detailed in the available data, since program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the school's official U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard page for the most current federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Salon Professional Academy offers esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs. Esthetician training has the most completions (64), followed by cosmetology (43) and barbering (8).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
A campus-specific completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The New Jersey state average completion rate is 61.9%, but a direct comparison is not reported for this campus.
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 (732) 719-4155 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can check the College Scorecard link for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $21,487, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
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 (732) 719-4155 or visit tspahowell.com for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497426.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not detailed in the available data, as program lengths and schedule formats are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to discuss fit for career changers.
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's cosmetology board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Salon Professional Academy at (732) 719-4155 or visit their website at https://www.tspahowell.com/ for application information.
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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.