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Sierra Academy of Style
Carson City, Nevada · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1851 South Roop Street, Carson City, NV 89701 · Phone: (775) 885-7417 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sierra Academy of Style is a private for-profit trade school in Carson City, Nevada, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Sierra Academy of Style has a 76.2% completion rate, above the Nevada state average of 70.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and 10-year earnings are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Sierra Academy of Style is $18,589, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, where about 50.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $28,070 | $38,660 | $47,830 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,160 | $33,840 | $37,560 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $30,000 | $41,880 | $59,990 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nevada (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 | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 28 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | 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
Sierra Academy of Style is a private for-profit trade school in Carson City, Nevada, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by eligible students at this campus. The school's most-awarded programs are in esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, reflecting its focus on personal care and beauty trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 76.2%, which is above the Nevada state average of 70.4% for similar programs. About 50.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $18,589. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 160 undergraduates enrolled and 87 trade completers reported, this campus appears sized for focused, hands-on training in cosmetology-related fields rather than broad academic study. The program mix suggests shorter, skills-based training suited to students seeking direct entry into a beauty-industry trade, including career changers, though specific program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sierra Academy of Style offers esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, among four program families in total. These are the top programs by completions at this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, 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 may use FAFSA and Pell Grants if eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.2%, which is above the Nevada state average of 70.4%.
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 at (775) 885-7417 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $18,589.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Sierra Academy of Style is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the type of federal oversight applied compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (775) 885-7417 or visit its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard page for this school (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?496733).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs are hands-on beauty and personal-care trades, which may suit adults seeking direct-entry training, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported here to confirm fit fully.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sierra Academy of Style at (775) 885-7417 or through its website at https://sascarsoncity.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and other metrics across schools.
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.