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The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo
Fargo, North Dakota · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 4377 15th Ave South, Fargo, ND 58103 · Phone: (701) 451-9100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jul 2026 · Probation · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Mar 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation. 3 sanction actions in the window.
The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo is a private for-profit trade school in Fargo, North Dakota offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 60.0% completion rate, near the state average of 63.5%, with median graduate debt of $12,000 and median earnings of $31,497 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo is $21,092, federal financial aid can be used here, and 28.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $35,710 | $58,160 | $65,000 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $24,130 | $34,850 | $53,480 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $30,560 | $33,430 | $47,960 |
| Massage therapists | $34,120 | $74,140 | $91,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Dakota (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 | 51 | $25,678 | $25,774 | $12,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 37 | $25,678 | $25,774 | $12,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $25,678 | $25,774 | $12,000 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $24,669 | $15,922 | $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
The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo is a private for-profit trade school located in Fargo, North Dakota. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus awards credentials most often in esthetician programs, cosmetology, and nail technician training, with massage therapy also offered among its four program families.
Federal data show a completion rate of 60.0%, near the state average of 63.5% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $12,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were $31,497. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,092, and 28.2% of students received Pell Grants, an indicator of lower-income enrollment. No additional figures beyond these are reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing focused, hands-on training in beauty and wellness trades rather than a multi-year academic degree, since its program families are typically shorter, career-focused offerings. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on schedule and format details not reported here; prospective students should confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers esthetician, cosmetology, nail technician, and massage therapy programs, with esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician being the most awarded.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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-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 60.0%, which is near the state average of 63.5% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates who borrowed carried a median debt of $12,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $31,497, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,092.
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 levels, ownership structure, and how outcomes are tracked 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 directly at (701) 451-9100 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?448026.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's program families are typically shorter, hands-on trade programs, which may suit career changers, but specific schedule or format fit is not reported in federal data—contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, or massage therapy vary by state and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo at (701) 451-9100 or through its website, https://www.tspafargo.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, 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.