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SOHO Hair Academy
Council Bluffs, Iowa · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2600 South 9th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501 · Phone: 71232826130 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Jul 2024 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Jan 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
SOHO Hair Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Council Bluffs, Iowa, offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
SOHO Hair Academy has a 76.5% completion rate, above Iowa's state average of 63.6%, with median graduate debt of $9,425 and median earnings of $17,349 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at SOHO Hair Academy is $17,944, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 76.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,650 | $35,700 | $48,580 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Iowa (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, 2–4 years | 18 | $22,741 | $18,315 | $9,350 |
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
SOHO Hair Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited. Because the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The campus offers a single program family, cosmetology schools, which accounted for 18 completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 66 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 76.5%, which is above the Iowa state average of 63.6%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,425, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $17,349. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,944, and 76.3% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need.
This campus centers on a single, focused cosmetology program rather than a broad associate-degree catalog, which may suit students seeking a shorter, hands-on path into a licensed trade, including adult learners or career changers, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's federal outcome data on the College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
SOHO Hair Academy offers cosmetology school programs, which is its only listed program family, with 18 completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.5%, which is above the Iowa state average of 63.6%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,425.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $17,349.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,944.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
SOHO Hair Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure 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 71232826130 or via its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?154466.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single cosmetology program and completion rate above the state average suggest a focused, career-oriented path, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school for admissions guidance.
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 Iowa's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact SOHO Hair Academy at 71232826130 or visit https://www.sohohairacademy.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons to other schools are not reported in this data; use the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?154466 to compare outcomes across schools.
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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.