D
Below Average
Score: 44/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

Academy of Massage and Bodywork

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Bear, Delaware 19701
ℹ️
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
13/100

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

113
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
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 Academy of Massage and Bodywork, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$31,204
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,395
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$6,333
Median debt at graduation
44.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 20% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 36th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (DE wage index 1.01). This drives the Outcome Rating.

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 Academy of Massage and Bodywork

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$18,223$33,881+29%#95 of 1025#119$6,333
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$17,303$26,698-10%#136 of 199#148$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

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  • Avg home value near campus: $425,364
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,286/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19731 (5.0% cap, Port Penn)

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🏆 Where Academy of Massage and Bodywork Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#24
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 67 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 40 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Academy of Massage and Bodywork's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists
$42k/yr 97,400 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Massage therapists
$58k/yr 168,000 jobs

Student Demographics

113
Total Students
95%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 46%
Hispanic 12%
Black 32%
Two or More 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Academy of Massage and Bodywork?
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 Academy of Massage and Bodywork?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Academy of Massage and Bodywork?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Academy of Massage and Bodywork a good school?
Academy of Massage and Bodywork has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Academy of Massage and Bodywork?
Academy of Massage and Bodywork has a total enrollment of 113 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology