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Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy
Lynchburg, Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 3700 Candlers Mountain Road Unit 68, Lynchburg, VA 24502 · Phone: 43438577222652 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Lynchburg, Virginia offering cosmetology, massage therapy, and barber programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 50.0% completion rate versus a 57.1% state average, with graduates carrying $9,500 in median debt and earning $17,106 in median earnings ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data, but it does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 59.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (U.S.) | $27,040 | $35,790 | $48,830 |
| Massage therapists | $38,070 | $62,220 | $93,600 |
| Barbers | $37,270 | $46,730 | $57,620 |
| Skincare specialists | $31,530 | $39,350 | $49,980 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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, 1–2 years | 37 | $17,040 | $15,552 | $9,732 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $17,040 | $15,552 | $9,732 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $17,040 | $15,552 | $9,732 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $17,040 | $15,552 | $9,732 |
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
Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Lynchburg, Virginia, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants toward tuition. Its top programs are cosmetology, massage therapy, and barber training, with a total of five program families offered including esthetician schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.0%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $17,106. About 59.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a small city setting, enrolls 175 undergraduates with 78 recent trade program completers. The program mix — cosmetology, massage therapy, and barbering — suggests shorter, hands-on career-training tracks rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may appeal to adult learners or career changers seeking a direct path to licensure. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's full outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures such as program length and cost are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy offers cosmetology, massage therapy, barber, and esthetician programs, with cosmetology being the largest by enrollment. In total, the school offers five program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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 eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.0%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $17,106.
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 directly for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, ownership structure, and financial aid terms 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 at the phone number or website listed to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?233286.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families offered — cosmetology, massage therapy, and barbering — are typically shorter, hands-on career-training tracks, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and state; this information is not reported in federal data, so contact the school directly to confirm.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy by phone at 43438577222652 or visit its website at https://smiha.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings 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.