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Summit Salon Academy
Anderson, Indiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1944 East 53rd Street, Anderson, IN 46013 · Phone: (765) 649-5555 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Anderson, Indiana offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Summit Salon Academy reports a 79.7% completion rate, above the state average of 65.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $25,337 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Summit Salon Academy is $21,552, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 50.9% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $24,440 | $44,450 | $52,390 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,890 | $32,830 | $44,910 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,580 | $36,140 | $43,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Indiana (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 | 58 | $14,427 | $17,924 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $14,427 | $17,924 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 10 | $14,427 | $17,924 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $14,427 | $17,924 | $9,833 |
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
Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Anderson, Indiana, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, or Pell Grants to help cover costs. Its most-awarded programs are esthetician schools (58 completions), cosmetology schools (43 completions), and nail technician schools (10 completions), reflecting a focus on personal-care trade training.
According to federal data, the campus reports a completion rate of 79.7%, above the state average of 65.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,337. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,552, and 50.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Program-length details beyond completion counts are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its concentration in esthetics, cosmetology, and nail technology, this campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on personal-care training rather than a multi-year academic degree; whether it fits adult career-changers specifically is not detailed in the available data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Summit Salon Academy's top programs are esthetician schools (58 completions), cosmetology schools (43 completions), and nail technician schools (10 completions), totaling 4 program offerings in personal-care trades.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 79.7%, which is above the Indiana state average of 65.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates report a median debt of $9,833.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,337.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,552.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit school; for-profit status can affect tuition levels, institutional funding sources, and oversight compared with public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (765) 649-5555 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457572.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify whether programs are designed for adult career-changers; this is not reported in federal data, so prospective students should ask the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetics, cosmetology, or nail technology are not reported in this dataset; contact the school or Indiana's licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Summit Salon Academy at (765) 649-5555 or through its website, https://www.andersonsalonacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.