C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
54/100 · earnings-weighted

Sarasota School of Massage Therapy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Sarasota, Florida 34243
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.
Graduation Rate: 78%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
D
40/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

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

76
Total Enrollment
78%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$30,237
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$25,360
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,916
Median debt at graduation
75.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
54.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 43rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (FL wage index 0.88). 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 Sarasota School of Massage Therapy

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
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$21,270$29,432-1%#95 of 199#72$8,444

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.

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  • Avg home value near campus: $397,905
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,076/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 34228 (8.4% cap, Longboat Key)

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🏆 Where Sarasota School of Massage Therapy Ranks

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

#30
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
71%
Receive Pell Grants
90%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 63 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Sarasota School of Massage Therapy's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Massage therapists
$58k/yr 168,000 jobs

Student Demographics

76
Total Students
74%
Women
25%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 14%
Black 7%
Asian 1%
Two or More 9%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 25%
25-64 (Adult) 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy?
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 Sarasota School of Massage Therapy?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy?
The graduation rate at Sarasota School of Massage Therapy is 78%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Sarasota School of Massage Therapy a good school?
Sarasota School of Massage Therapy has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). 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 Sarasota School of Massage Therapy?
Sarasota School of Massage Therapy has a total enrollment of 76 students.

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