C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100

Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Joliet, Illinois 60435
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: 92%
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
37/100

Quick Stats

58
Total Enrollment
92%
Graduation Rate
86%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $280,813
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,511/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60436 (6.5% cap, Rockdale)

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🏆 Where Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy Ranks

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

#7
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other
of 34 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

71%
Receive Any Aid
46%
Receive Pell Grants
71%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other 27 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists
$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Student Demographics

58
Total Students
98%
Women
43%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 43%
Hispanic 48%
Black 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 43%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Professional's Choice 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 Professional's Choice 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 Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy?
The graduation rate at Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy is 92%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy a good school?
Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (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 Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy?
Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy has a total enrollment of 58 students.

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