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The Spa School
Columbus, Ohio · Private for-profit career school
Address: 5050 N High, Columbus, OH 43214 · Phone: (614) 252-5252 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Spa School is a private for-profit trade school in Columbus, Ohio, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, The Spa School has a 69.8% completion rate, near the state average of 68.8%, with median graduate debt of $7,916 and median earnings of $26,989 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Spa School is reported as $25,856, and the school participates in federal financial aid programs, with 48.5% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $26,650 | $35,590 | $45,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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 | 74 | $20,499 | $23,421 | $7,916 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | $20,499 | $23,421 | $7,916 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 7 | $20,499 | $23,421 | $7,916 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $20,499 | $23,421 | $7,916 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $20,499 | $23,421 | $7,916 |
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 Spa School is a private for-profit trade campus in Columbus, Ohio, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. Its five programs are concentrated in two families: cosmetology and nail technology, with cosmetology (92 completers) and nail technician training (27 completers) making up the bulk of its trade completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 69.8%, which is near the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,916, and median earnings ten years after entry are $26,989. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $25,856, and 48.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
Given its focus on cosmetology and nail technician training, this campus appears geared toward short, hands-on programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit career changers seeking a faster path into personal care services; program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Spa School offers five programs concentrated in cosmetology and nail technician training, with cosmetology programs (92 completers) and nail technician programs (27 completers) making up the bulk of completions.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, The Spa 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, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may apply for 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 69.8%, which is near the Ohio state average of 68.8%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported as $7,916.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported as $26,989.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $25,856.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The Spa School is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels and typical financial aid packaging 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 directly at (614) 252-5252 or via its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?204769.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The focus on cosmetology and nail technician training suggests shorter, skills-based programs that may appeal to career changers, though specific scheduling and length details are not reported here; verify with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and nail technician careers are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school or Ohio's licensing board to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Spa School at (614) 252-5252 or through its website at https://salonschools.ohiostate.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology or nail technician schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare campuses directly.
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.