C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
59/100 · earnings-weighted

Pivot Point Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Bloomingdale, Illinois 60108
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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 81%
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
D
41/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
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

113
Total Enrollment
81%
Graduation Rate
96%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$30,453
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$22,323
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,833
Median debt at graduation
91.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 32% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 41st percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IL wage index 1.04). 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 Pivot Point 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$19,088$32,317+23%#143 of 1025#199$9,833

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 Pivot Point Academy Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $446,383
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,481/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60133 (5.7% cap, Hanover Park)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
56%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

113
Total Students
85%
Women
69%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 42%
Hispanic 38%
Black 11%
Asian 4%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 69%
25-64 (Adult) 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pivot Point 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 Pivot Point Academy?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Pivot Point Academy?
The graduation rate at Pivot Point Academy is 81%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Pivot Point Academy a good school?
Pivot Point Academy has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (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 Pivot Point Academy?
Pivot Point Academy has a total enrollment of 113 students.

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