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Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
Chicago, Illinois · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 55 E. Jackson Boulevard - Ste 300, Chicago, IL 60604 · Phone: (312) 939-2723 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Soma Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Chicago, Illinois, offering massage therapy programs, accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Soma Institute carry a median debt of $7,916 and earn a median of $32,349 ten years after entry; the completion rate compared to Illinois's 58.4% average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Soma Institute; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 59.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $33,770 | $60,490 | $77,550 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 125 | $20,192 | $22,792 | $7,916 |
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
Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy is a private for-profit trade school located in Chicago, Illinois. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and federal financial aid programs apply here, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants toward tuition. The campus concentrates on a single program family, massage therapy, with 125 completers recorded and an overall undergraduate enrollment of 233 students.
Federal data shows a median debt of $7,916 among graduates and median earnings of $32,349 ten years after entry. About 59.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. The completion rate for this campus compared with the state average of 58.4% is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus focuses on a single field, massage therapy, which suggests a program length and structure oriented around vocational training rather than a multi-year associate or bachelor's degree pathway, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. This may be relevant for students weighing a focused career-training route. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Soma Institute offers massage therapy training, with 125 program completers recorded in federal data. It is the school's only listed program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Soma Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, 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 eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 59.3% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus, and how it compares to Illinois's 58.4% state average, is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Soma Institute carry a median debt of $7,916, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Graduates earn a median of $32,349 ten years after entering the program, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (312) 939-2723 or visit soma.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Soma Institute is a private for-profit school. This distinction matters because for-profit schools may have different cost structures and outcomes than public or non-profit institutions, so reviewing Scorecard data is recommended.
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 scheduling and program length details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and review outcomes data directly at the College Scorecard page for this school: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?445957.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single focused program in massage therapy suggests a vocational, career-training orientation, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data. Contact the school to discuss enrollment options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after completing the massage therapy program are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check state licensing boards for massage therapy requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Soma Institute at (312) 939-2723 or through its website, https://www.soma.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other massage therapy schools in the area is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby program comparisons.
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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.