Below Average

Score: 41/100

PCI Academy-Ames

2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Ames, Iowa 50010

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 27%

Outcomes

46/100

Affordability

40/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

13/100

Quick Stats

170

Total Enrollment

27%

Graduation Rate

67%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The PCI Academy-Ames Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $299,328
Avg rent near campus: $1,212/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 50201 (5.4% cap, Nevada)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

84%

Receive Any Aid

24%

Receive Pell Grants

44%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 73 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 43 grads/yr Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from PCI Academy-Ames's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

$106k/yr 289,600 jobs

Massage therapists

$58k/yr 168,000 jobs

Student Demographics

170

Total Students

98%

Women

87%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 80%

Hispanic 9%

Black 2%

Asian 2%

Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%

25-64 (Adult) 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at PCI Academy-Ames?

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 PCI Academy-Ames?

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

What is the graduation rate at PCI Academy-Ames?

The graduation rate at PCI Academy-Ames is 27%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is PCI Academy-Ames a good school?

PCI Academy-Ames has a Repit College Score of 41/100 (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 smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend PCI Academy-Ames?

PCI Academy-Ames has a total enrollment of 170 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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