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Salon Success Academy-Riverside
Riverside, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 6780 Indiana Ave. Ste #200, Riverside, CA 92506 · Phone: (909) 982-4200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Salon Success Academy-Riverside is a private for-profit trade school in Riverside, CA offering barber, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Salon Success Academy-Riverside has an 81.4% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $11,884 and median earnings of $21,777 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Salon Success Academy-Riverside is $22,333, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 64.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
| 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 | 43 | $13,737 | $13,331 | $12,127 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | $13,737 | $13,331 | $12,127 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | $13,737 | $13,331 | $12,127 |
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-Riverside is a private for-profit trade school located in Riverside, California. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus awards credentials most frequently in barber schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, reflecting its focus on personal-care trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 81.4%, above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,884, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $21,777. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,333, and 64.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, with 164 undergraduate students and 122 trade completers, appears to serve students pursuing hands-on, hands-training careers in barbering, cosmetology, and nail technology rather than long academic degree paths. Program length details beyond enrollment figures are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students weighing a career change should confirm schedule and program-length specifics directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools directly and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers barber schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with top programs including barber schools (43 completers), cosmetology schools (41), and nail technician schools (38).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and its accreditation 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, and 64.1% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.4%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,884, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $21,777.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,333, per 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 the type of institutional aid available and cost structure compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?115357.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program-length and schedule details specific to career changers are not reported for this campus in federal data; the school's focus on barbering, cosmetology, and nail technology suggests hands-on trade training, but applicants should confirm fit directly with the school.
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 learn about state licensing exams for barbering, cosmetology, or nail technology in California.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Salon Success Academy-Riverside by phone at (909) 982-4200 or through its website at https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?115357 to compare similar 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.