D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
41/100 · earnings-weighted

Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Chicago, Illinois 60604
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
C+
58/100
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

253
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$32,349
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$27,295
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,916
Median debt at graduation
59.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 24% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 41st percentile among similar 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 Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical 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$23,044$34,271+16%#17 of 199#37$7,916

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: $323,914
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,403/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60602 (6.8% cap, Chicago)

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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.

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 172 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 12 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Massage therapists
$58k/yr 168,000 jobs
Health education specialists
$63k/yr 71,800 jobs
Community health workers
$51k/yr 65,099 jobs

Student Demographics

253
Total Students
73%
Women
19%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 8%
Hispanic 19%
Black 45%
Asian 2%
Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 19%
25-64 (Adult) 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical 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 Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy a good school?
Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy?
Soma Institute-The National School of Clinical Massage Therapy has a total enrollment of 253 students.

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