C+

Above Average

Score: 56/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

The Salon Professional Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Sherwood, Arkansas 72120

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 83%

Outcomes

B+

77/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

65/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

33/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

83%

Graduation Rate

100%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The Salon Professional Academy, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$22,662

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

$6,333

Median debt at graduation

89.8%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

46.9%

Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at The Salon Professional Academy

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services	$18,091	$27,746	+5%	#396 of 1025	#157	$6,333

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The The Salon Professional Academy Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $238,918
Avg rent near campus: $1,325/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 72114 (10.3% cap, North Little Rock)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

49%

Receive Any Aid

36%

Receive Pell Grants

41%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 55 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 29 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from The Salon Professional Academy's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

100%

Women

83%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 71%

Hispanic 9%

Black 16%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 83%

25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The Salon Professional Academy?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend The Salon Professional Academy?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at The Salon Professional Academy?

The graduation rate at The Salon Professional Academy is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is The Salon Professional Academy a good school?

The Salon Professional Academy has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend The Salon Professional Academy?

The Salon Professional Academy has a total enrollment of 92 students. Most students (83%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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