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The Salon Professional Academy-Evansville
Evansville, Indiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5545 Vogel Rd, Evansville, IN 47715 · Phone: (812) 437-8772 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Salon Professional Academy-Evansville is a private for-profit trade school in Evansville, Indiana offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this school has an 81.0% completion rate versus a 65.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $26,881 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Salon Professional Academy-Evansville is reported at $17,458, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 19.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,890 | $32,830 | $44,910 |
| Skincare specialists | $24,440 | $44,450 | $52,390 |
| 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, 1–2 years | 59 | $19,789 | $14,798 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 45 | $19,789 | $14,798 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $19,789 | $14,798 | $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
The Salon Professional Academy-Evansville is a private for-profit trade school located in Evansville, Indiana. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by eligible students. The campus awards credentials primarily in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology, with cosmetology schools accounting for the largest share of completions (59), followed by esthetician schools (45) and nail technician schools (15).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 81.0%, which is above the Indiana state average of 65.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,881. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,458, and 19.4% of students receive Pell Grants. Enrollment stands at 162 students, with 119 trade program completers reported.
This campus centers on short, hands-on programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a focused entry into a specific salon trade, including adult career changers, though program length itself is not detailed in the data provided. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the school's full outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling. Any figures not listed above, such as specific program lengths or licensing timelines, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, with cosmetology schools representing the largest program by completions (59), followed by esthetician (45) and nail technician (15) programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its 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, and 19.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.0%, which is above the Indiana state average of 65.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,881.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,458.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means it is run for shareholder or owner profit rather than by a state or nonprofit board; this can affect tuition pricing and institutional priorities.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (812) 437-8772 or via https://www.tspaevansville.com/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with NACCAS and review detailed federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459392.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address adult career-changer fit, but the school's focus on short, specific trade programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology suggests a targeted entry point into those fields; contact the school to discuss individual circumstances.
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 or Indiana's state licensing board for cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact The Salon Professional Academy-Evansville by phone at (812) 437-8772 or through its website at https://www.tspaevansville.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus; prospective students can compare institutions using the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?459392.
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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.