Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 59% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy is a private for-profit institution located in Chicago, Illinois with approximately 233 undergraduate students enrolled. Typical graduates earn $31,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is best suited for students who are genuinely passionate about massage therapy as a career and want focused, hands-on training in a major city without taking on significant debt. The low median debt at graduation — just $7,916 — is a real strength and stands out favorably compared to many for-profit programs, meaning students who complete the program aren't buried before they even start working. That said, be clear-eyed about the earning potential: median earnings of $31,400 a decade after enrollment is modest, and while massage therapy can be personally rewarding, it's unlikely to be a path to financial comfort in an expensive city like Chicago. With only 233 students enrolled, you'll get a small, community-oriented experience, but I'd strongly encourage any family to ask the school directly about its graduation and licensure exam pass rates before committing. If you or your student has a clear-eyed understanding of the income ceiling and genuinely loves this work, the manageable debt load makes this a more reasonable choice than many vocational programs — just go in with realistic expectations.
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Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (233 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy
55 E. Jackson Boulevard - Ste 300
Chicago, IL 60604-4110
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