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Stephanie Moss Academy
Omaha, Nebraska · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 8516 Park Drive, Omaha, NE 68127 · Phone: (402) 697-2398 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Stephanie Moss Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Omaha, Nebraska offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Stephanie Moss Academy has an 82.2% completion rate, above Nebraska's 61.0% average, with median graduate debt of $6,867 and median earnings of $28,953 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Stephanie Moss Academy is $21,709, federal financial aid can be used, and 53.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $44,300 | $58,420 | $68,790 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $28,080 | $34,320 | $49,870 |
| Barbers | $30,570 | $39,090 | $44,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nebraska (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 | 61 | $21,546 | $21,573 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 55 | $21,546 | $21,573 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 8 | $21,546 | $21,573 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $21,546 | $21,573 | $9,500 |
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
Stephanie Moss Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Omaha, Nebraska. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to attend. The campus awards credentials primarily in esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, with esthetician schools (61 completers) and cosmetology schools (58 completers) making up the bulk of its program mix, alongside a smaller barber program (8 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 82.2%, which is above the Nebraska state average of 61.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,867, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,953. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,709, and 53.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, with 241 undergraduate students in a large city setting, may suit those seeking career-focused training in personal care trades such as esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students considering a career change should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly can clarify program length, schedule format, and licensing requirements not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Stephanie Moss Academy offers programs in esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician (61 completers) and cosmetology (58 completers) being the largest programs.
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 school participates in Title IV federal financial 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 82.2%, which is above the Nebraska state average of 61.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,867 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,953.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,709.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Stephanie Moss Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the availability of certain aid programs compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (402) 697-2398 or visit 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/?407355.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or format, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly to discuss options.
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 at (402) 697-2398 to learn about state licensing for esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Stephanie Moss Academy at (402) 697-2398 or through its website, https://www.xenonacademy.net/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?407355 can be used to compare similar institutions.
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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.