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Salon Success Academy-Redlands
Redlands, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1915 W Redlands Blvd Ste 111, Redlands, CA 92373 · Phone: (909) 982-4200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Salon Success Academy-Redlands is a private for-profit trade school in Redlands, CA offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education.
Salon Success Academy-Redlands has an 88.5% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with 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-Redlands is $22,818, federal financial aid is accepted under Title IV, and 56.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| 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, 300–899 hours | 102 | $15,495 | $16,272 | $7,177 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 69 | $15,495 | $16,272 | $7,177 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 35 | $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-Redlands is a private for-profit trade school located in Redlands, California, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. The school's most-awarded programs are esthetician training (102 completers), cosmetology (69 completers), and nail technician training (35 completers), reflecting its focus on the beauty and personal-care trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 88.5%, well above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,177, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,412. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,818, and 56.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Given the program mix — esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician training — this campus fits students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may appeal to adult learners or career changers looking for a faster path into a licensed trade. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, and contact the school directly for program-length and licensing details, which are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Salon Success Academy-Redlands offers esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, with esthetician training being the most completed (102 completers), followed by cosmetology (69) and nail technology (35).
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, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 88.5%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,177, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,412.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,818.
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 eligibility compared to public or non-profit 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 at (909) 982-4200 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Education and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?456597.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program offerings in esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technology suggest shorter, hands-on training paths that may suit adults or career changers, though specific scheduling and program length 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 to confirm state licensing pathways for esthetician, cosmetology, or nail technician careers.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Salon Success Academy-Redlands 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 for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for comparable institutions in the area.
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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.