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Salon Success Academy-West Covina
West Covina, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 112 Plaza Drive Suite 166, West Covina, CA 91790 · Phone: (909) 982-4200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Salon Success Academy-West Covina is a private for-profit trade school in West Covina, CA offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Salon Success Academy-West Covina has an 86.8% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $7,177 and median earnings of $26,956 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Salon Success Academy-West Covina is $22,274, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 48.5% 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 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
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 | 48 | $17,179 | $15,778 | $7,177 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | $17,179 | $15,778 | $7,177 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $17,179 | $15,778 | $7,177 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $17,179 | $15,778 | $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-West Covina is a private for-profit trade school located in West Covina, California, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. The campus offers four program families, with the most-awarded credentials being esthetician schools (48 completions), nail technician schools (25), and cosmetology schools (22).
According to federal Scorecard data, this campus has a completion rate of 86.8%, which is above the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,177, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,956. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,274, and 48.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on programs in personal care trades such as esthetics, nail technology, cosmetology, or barbering rather than multi-year associate degrees. Given the compact enrollment (75 undergraduates) and program structure, it may appeal to career changers looking for a focused, single-trade credential, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician, nail technician, cosmetology, and barber programs. The most-awarded credentials are esthetician schools (48 completions), nail technician schools (25), and cosmetology schools (22).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 48.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 86.8%, 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 $7,177, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $26,956, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,274.
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 costs and financial aid eligibility 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 at (909) 982-4200 or visit its website to confirm program durations.
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 federal outcome data directly at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?492953.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused, single-trade programs in personal care fields, which may suit adults seeking a shorter path into a new trade, though specific schedule and format details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and barbering vary by state and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly for guidance on required state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the campus by phone at (909) 982-4200 or visit https://www.salonsuccessacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons with nearby schools are not reported in this dataset; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across similar programs.
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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.