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The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose
San Jose, California · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1600 Saratoga Avenue, Suite 103, San Jose, CA 95129 · Phone: 4085799111110 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose is a private for-profit trade school in San Jose, California, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 94.7% completion rate, above the California average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose is $22,092, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV), with 45.1% receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 112 | $22,829 | $22,420 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 64 | $22,829 | $22,420 | $6,333 |
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-San Jose is a private for-profit trade school located in San Jose, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their training. The school's two program families are esthetician training and cosmetology, with esthetician schools accounting for 112 completers and cosmetology accounting for 64 completers among its recent graduates.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 94.7%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%. Median debt for graduates is reported at $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,092, and 45.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollees.
This campus, with 196 undergraduate students in a large-city setting, centers on short, hands-on programs in esthetics and cosmetology rather than multi-year associate degrees. Based on the program types offered, this setting may suit those seeking a focused, relatively quick entry into a licensed personal-care trade, though specific program lengths are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the NACCAS accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose offers esthetician training and cosmetology programs, the school's only two program families. Esthetician schools account for 112 completers and cosmetology for 64 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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. About 45.1% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 94.7%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of this campus is $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for any available updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance for this campus is $22,092 per year.
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 costs and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions. Prospective students should weigh cost against outcomes data like completion and debt.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the federal data provided. Contact the school directly at its listed phone number or website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcomes data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers hands-on esthetician and cosmetology programs, which are generally shorter, career-focused trade programs, though specific schedule and length details are not reported here. Career changers should contact the school directly to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetician and cosmetology work vary by state and are not detailed in the federal data provided. Contact the school or California's licensing board to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose by phone at 4085799111110 or through its website at https://www.tspasanjose.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing's federal data. Use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar schools.
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.