Average

Score: 52/100

Overall (traditional)

C+

Outcome Rating

55/100 · earnings-weighted

Steven Papageorge Hair Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Chicago, Illinois 60625

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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: 70%

Outcomes

70/100

Affordability

49/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

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

Total Enrollment

70%

Graduation Rate

100%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$29,592

Median earnings 10 yrs after entry

$21,758

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

50%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

27.9%

Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 38th 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.

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $430,044
Avg rent near campus: $1,912/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60613 (5.1% cap, Chicago)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

67%

Receive Any Aid

67%

Receive Pell Grants

50%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 16 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Steven Papageorge Hair Academy's top programs commonly pursue.

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

96%

Women

51%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 40%

Hispanic 47%

Black 9%

Asian 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%

25-64 (Adult) 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Steven Papageorge Hair 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 Steven Papageorge Hair Academy?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Steven Papageorge Hair Academy?

The graduation rate at Steven Papageorge Hair Academy is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Steven Papageorge Hair Academy a good school?

Steven Papageorge Hair Academy has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): 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 Steven Papageorge Hair Academy?

Steven Papageorge Hair Academy has a total enrollment of 68 students.

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