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The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska
Onalaska, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 566 Theater Rd, Onalaska, WI 54650 · Phone: (608) 783-7400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska is a private for-profit trade school in Onalaska, Wisconsin, offering cosmetology, esthetician, and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 93.3% completion rate versus a 62.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,374 and median earnings of $30,744 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska is $21,829, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 41.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $46,220 | $59,660 |
| Massage therapists | $20,280 | $58,070 | $80,560 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (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 | 31 | $23,830 | $21,166 | $12,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $23,830 | $21,166 | $12,000 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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-Onalaska is a private for-profit career school located in Onalaska, Wisconsin, a small city setting. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards the most credentials in cosmetology schools (31 completers), esthetician schools (12), and massage therapy schools (8), with 51 total trade completers among 67 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 93.3%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,374, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $30,744. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,829, and 41.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, program-specific training in cosmetology, esthetics, or massage therapy rather than a broad associate degree path; whether programs are structured for adult career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers cosmetology, esthetician, and massage therapy programs, with cosmetology being the largest by completions (31), followed by esthetician (12) and massage therapy (8).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 93.3%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,374 based on federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $30,744 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,829.
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 and financial aid eligibility 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 directly at (608) 783-7400 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458168.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Whether the programs are structured specifically for adult career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss scheduling and program format.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school at (608) 783-7400 or check Wisconsin's licensing board for cosmetology, esthetics, or massage therapy requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school at (608) 783-7400 or visit https://salonproacademy.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458168 for comparisons.
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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.