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Santa Ana Beauty Academy
Santa Ana, California · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2231 North Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 · Phone: (714) 547-5177 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Santa Ana Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Santa Ana, California, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Santa Ana Beauty Academy has a 75.0% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median earnings of $28,107 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Santa Ana Beauty Academy is $16,220, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 37.3% 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 |
| 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 | 17 | $17,726 | $16,580 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $17,726 | $16,580 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $17,726 | $16,580 | 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
Santa Ana Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Santa Ana, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students may use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) to attend. The campus primarily awards credentials in esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician training being the largest program by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 75.0%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,107. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,220. About 37.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing focused, hands-on training in personal-care trades such as esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree path. Because enrollment is small (35 undergraduates) and program offerings are specialized, it may appeal to career changers seeking a concentrated, practice-based credential rather than a general academic program. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Santa Ana Beauty Academy offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools programs. Esthetician training is the largest by completions, followed by cosmetology and barbering.
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, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students may 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?
The completion rate is 75.0%, which is above the California state average of 64.2% for similar programs.
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 directly at (714) 547-5177 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,107, 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 $16,220 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 means it operates for profit and typically relies on tuition revenue rather than public funding or endowments; this can affect cost and financial aid structure.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for schedule and duration 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 College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461500.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused, hands-on training in esthetics, cosmetology, and barbering rather than a multi-year academic degree, which may suit adults seeking a concentrated career-training path. Specific fit should be confirmed by contacting the school about schedules and program formats.
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 California's licensing board for cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering for specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Santa Ana Beauty Academy at (714) 547-5177 or visit https://www.saba-ca.com/index.php for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this listing's federal data. Use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools 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.