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Salon Success Academy-Fontana
Fontana, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 16803 Arrow Hwy, Fontana, CA 92335 · Phone: (909) 982-4200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Salon Success Academy-Fontana is a private for-profit trade school in Fontana, California, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education.
Salon Success Academy-Fontana reports a 96.4% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, median graduate debt of $7,177, and median earnings of $22,412 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Salon Success Academy-Fontana is reported at $22,094, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 67.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 34 | $15,495 | $16,272 | $7,177 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | $15,495 | $16,272 | $7,177 |
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 Success Academy-Fontana is a private for-profit trade school located in Fontana, California, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education and participates in federal student aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The school's main programs are cosmetology (34 completers) and nail technician training (10 completers), making it primarily a beauty-industry training campus.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 96.4%, well above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,177, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,412. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,094, and 67.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income students enrolled here.
Given the short, hands-on nature of cosmetology and nail technician training, this campus is likely a better fit for students seeking quick entry into a licensed trade rather than a multi-year academic path. Adult career-changers considering a shorter, skills-based program may want to weigh the relatively low reported earnings against the cost of attendance before enrolling. Prospective students should independently verify accreditation status and confirm outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Salon Success Academy-Fontana offers cosmetology schools (34 completers) and nail technician schools (10 completers), making it a two-program beauty-trade campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education, 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The reported completion rate is 96.4%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $7,177.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,412.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,094.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Salon Success Academy-Fontana is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition structures and aid eligibility rules than public or non-profit schools; prospective students should confirm current terms directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (909) 982-4200 or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456588.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and nail technician training suggests programs are typically shorter and skills-based, which may suit adults seeking a quicker path into a licensed trade, though specific schedule details are not reported 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 directly at (909) 982-4200 to confirm state licensing steps for cosmetology or nail technician work.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Salon Success Academy-Fontana at (909) 982-4200 or through its website, https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456588 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.