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The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC
Washington, District of Columbia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 90 K Street North East, Washington, DC 20002 · Phone: (202) 216-9700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC is a private for-profit trade school in Washington, DC offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 50.7% completion rate, median graduate debt of $6,333, and median earnings of $20,809 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC is $20,381, federal financial aid can be used here, and 16.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $57,660 | $77,480 | $116,680 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,400 | $54,570 | $77,620 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in District of Columbia (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 | 57 | $18,382 | $15,552 | $8,028 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $18,382 | $15,552 | $8,028 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $18,382 | $15,552 | $8,028 |
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-Washington DC is a private for-profit trade school located in Washington, DC, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's primary offerings are esthetician programs and cosmetology programs, with esthetician training being the most awarded credential among the 93 recent completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.7% for students at this campus; how this compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $20,809. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,381, and 16.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 117 students in a large city setting, may suit those seeking focused training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a broad academic path. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students weighing a career change should confirm schedules and program duration directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or contact the school directly using the information on record.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician programs and cosmetology programs, with esthetician training (57 completers) being the most awarded, followed by cosmetology (36 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, 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 here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 50.7%. How this compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $20,809.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,381.
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 structure and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (202) 216-9700 or visit https://www.tspadc.com/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?494232.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career changers cannot be determined from the data provided since program lengths and schedule details are not reported; contact the school directly for this information.
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 for details specific to esthetician or cosmetology licensure in DC.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (202) 216-9700 or visit their website at https://www.tspadc.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; consult the College Scorecard link to compare institutions directly.
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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.