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Tigi Hairdressing Academy-Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, Colorado · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5125 North Academy Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80918 · Phone: 7193909898104 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tigi Hairdressing Academy-Colorado Springs is a private for-profit trade school in Colorado Springs, Colorado, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 59.9% completion rate versus a 69.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $11,008 and median earnings of $22,480 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Tigi Hairdressing Academy-Colorado Springs is $29,045, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 46.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,940 | $54,500 | $76,520 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,520 | $37,690 | $59,710 |
| Barbers | $33,130 | $61,500 | $78,510 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Colorado (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 | 63 | $21,023 | $20,225 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 50 | $21,023 | $20,225 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $21,023 | $20,225 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $21,023 | $20,225 | $12,500 |
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
Tigi Hairdressing Academy-Colorado Springs is a private for-profit trade school located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards training most often in esthetician programs (63 completers), cosmetology programs (55 completers), and barber programs (19 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 59.9%, which is below the Colorado state average of 69.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,008, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,480. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,045, and 46.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Undergraduate enrollment is small, at 72 students, with 137 trade completers reported overall.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering rather than a multi-year academic degree; program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration and format. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, with esthetician (63 completers) and cosmetology (55 completers) being the most common. There are 4 total programs offered.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with accreditation status listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 46.1% 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 is 59.9%, which is below the Colorado state average of 69.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $11,008.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,480.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,045.
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 the amount of federal aid students end up borrowing 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 7193909898104 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review detailed federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?443289).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers hands-on training in cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering, which may appeal to career changers seeking a trade-focused path, though specific program length and scheduling details are not reported in federal data and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 7193909898104 or visit its website at https://www.tigihairdressingacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This specific comparison is not reported in federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to look up other trade schools in the area and compare completion rates, cost, and earnings.
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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.