Average

Score: 52/100

California Hair Design Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 La Mesa, California 91942

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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

72/100

Affordability

43/100

Resources

C+

55/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

33/100

Quick Stats

125

Total Enrollment

83%

Graduation Rate

84%

Retention Rate

16.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The California Hair Design Academy Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $819,718
Avg rent near campus: $2,674/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92114 (2.8% cap, San Diego)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

98%

Receive Any Aid

65%

Receive Pell Grants

72%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 50 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 34 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 17 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from California Hair Design Academy's top programs commonly pursue.

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 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

125

Total Students

78%

Women

46%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 34%

Hispanic 38%

Black 8%

Asian 6%

Two or More 14%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%

25-64 (Adult) 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at California Hair Design 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 California Hair Design Academy?

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

What is the graduation rate at California Hair Design Academy?

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

Is California Hair Design Academy a good school?

California Hair Design Academy has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): 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 California Hair Design Academy?

California Hair Design Academy has a total enrollment of 125 students.

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