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Zen Shiatsu Chicago
Evanston, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 818 Lake Street, Evanston, IL 60201 · Phone: (847) 864-1130 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Zen Shiatsu Chicago is a private for-profit trade school in Evanston, IL, offering massage therapy programs, accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation.
Federal outcome data such as completion rate, graduate debt, and earnings is not reported for this campus, though the Illinois state average completion rate is 58.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used at Zen Shiatsu Chicago since it participates in Title IV programs.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $33,770 | $60,490 | $77,550 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Zen Shiatsu Chicago is a private for-profit trade school located in Evanston, Illinois, a small city setting. The school is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by eligible students to help pay for enrollment. The campus focuses on a single program family, massage therapy schools, with 14 recorded completers in the most recent federal data.
Federal Scorecard data for this campus is limited on several outcome measures. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Illinois is 58.4%, but this campus's own completion rate, and how it compares to that state average, is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because the school offers a single, focused program, massage therapy, it may suit students seeking a shorter, hands-on career-training path rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program length is not stated in the data provided and should be confirmed directly with the school. Adult career-changers considering this path should call the school directly at (847) 864-1130 or visit its website for schedule, tuition, and program-length details. To verify accreditation status and check for any updated outcome figures, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard directly using the school's listing.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Zen Shiatsu Chicago offers massage therapy programs, with 14 recorded completers in federal data. This is the school's single reported program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation, 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, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Illinois state average completion rate for comparable programs is 58.4%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (847) 864-1130 or check the College Scorecard link for any updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can check the College Scorecard for the most current figures.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly via its website or phone number for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Zen Shiatsu Chicago is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation and check federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a single, focused massage therapy program, which may suit those seeking targeted career training, but specific program length and schedule details are not reported here; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements after completing the program are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for details on massage therapy licensure in Illinois.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Zen Shiatsu Chicago at (847) 864-1130 or visit https://www.zenshiatsuchicago.org/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby massage therapy schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to research other schools in the area.
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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.