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The Salon Professional Academy-St Charles
St. Charles, Missouri · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 3141 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO 63301 · Phone: (636) 541-9757 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Salon Professional Academy-St Charles is a private for-profit trade school in St. Charles, Missouri, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 92.1% completion rate versus a 69.3% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,589 and median earnings of $34,900 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is $16,893, and this school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 34.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $29,790 | $45,200 | $67,970 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $28,600 | $30,750 | $38,130 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Missouri (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 | 116 | $19,876 | $23,054 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 64 | $19,876 | $23,054 | $7,917 |
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-St Charles is a private for-profit trade school located in St. Charles, Missouri, a large suburb. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus concentrates on two program families: esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician programs accounting for 116 completions and cosmetology programs 64, out of 180 total trade completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 92.1%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,589, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,900. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,893, and 34.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, shorter-format training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering a hands-on service-industry field may want to review the specific curriculum and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, prospective students can consult NACCAS directly or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician programs (116 completions) and cosmetology programs (64 completions), its two program families.
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, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 92.1%, which is above the Missouri state average of 69.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $8,589.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $34,900.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $16,893.
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 program cost compared to public institutions; verify current rates with the school.
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 (636) 541-9757 or via https://tspastlouis.com/ 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/?460996.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focused esthetician and cosmetology programs may suit adults seeking a shorter, hands-on training path, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetics and cosmetology are set by Missouri state boards and are not detailed in this data; contact the school for specifics on exam preparation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (636) 541-9757 or visit their website at https://tspastlouis.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across similar institutions.
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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.