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Summit Salon Academy
Tacoma, Washington · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 3702 S Fife Street Ste B102, Tacoma, WA 98409 · Phone: (253) 617-7000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Tacoma, Washington offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Summit Salon Academy has a 58.6% completion rate versus a 66.1% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,785 and median earnings of $31,648 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Summit Salon Academy is reported at $29,873, federal financial aid including Pell Grants is available since the school participates in Title IV, and 42.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,830 | $59,510 | $73,540 |
| Skincare specialists | $48,620 | $79,320 | $95,260 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (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 | 69 | $22,693 | $24,035 | $7,916 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 34 | $22,693 | $24,035 | $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
Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Tacoma, Washington, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Because it participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their training. The campus awards credentials in two program families: cosmetology schools and esthetician schools, with cosmetology programs (69 completers) making up the larger share, alongside esthetician programs (34 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 58.6%, which is below the state average of 66.1%. Graduates who take out loans carry a median debt of $9,785, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $31,648. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,873, and 42.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Enrollment across the campus totals 138 students, with 103 trade program completers reported.
This campus is set in a midsize city and centers on short, hands-on cosmetology and esthetician training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit those seeking a defined path into salon or skincare work. Career changers should weigh the below-average completion rate and cost against reported earnings before enrolling. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal outcome figures directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, and contact the school for current program details not reported in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Summit Salon Academy offers cosmetology programs (69 completers) and esthetician programs (34 completers), covering two program families in total.
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, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding. About 42.5% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 58.6%, which is below the Washington state average of 66.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,785.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $31,648.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,873.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid eligibility compared with public or non-profit 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 (253) 617-7000 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data directly at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459550.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused cosmetology and esthetician training rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit those seeking a shorter path into a trade, though specific scheduling for adult learners is not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and esthetician work are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm state licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Summit Salon Academy at (253) 617-7000 or through its website at https://www.summitsalonacademy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to look up other institutions offering similar programs.
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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.