The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 117 students.
About This School
The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC is a private for-profit institution located in Washington, District of Columbia with approximately 117 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $17,528 per year. The graduation rate is 61%, and the typical graduate earns $19,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
This school is best suited for students who are focused, career-ready, and eager to enter the cosmetology field quickly without taking on significant debt — the median debt at graduation is a relatively manageable $6,333, which is a genuine bright spot here. The Washington, DC location offers access to a competitive, image-conscious market with real networking potential in a city where appearance industries can thrive. That said, the numbers tell a story worth taking seriously: a 61% graduation rate means nearly 4 in 10 students don't finish, and median earnings 10 years out sit at just $19,300 — that's below the cost of living in DC by a wide margin. Before enrolling, I'd encourage families to have an honest conversation about whether your student has a concrete plan to build clientele or move into a specialty or management role, because the base earnings alone will make life in this city very difficult. If your student is self-motivated, has a financial cushion or support system, and treats this as a launchpad rather than a finish line, it can work — but go in with eyes open.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (117 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC
90 K Street North East
Washington, DC 20002-0000
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC cost?
The average net price at The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC is about $17,528 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC?
The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC has a graduation rate of 61%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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