Average

Score: 48/100

Protege Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 East Lansing, Michigan 48823

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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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 67%

Outcomes

C+

56/100

Affordability

41/100

Resources

65/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

25/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

67%

Graduation Rate

57%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $331,532
Avg rent near campus: $1,304/mo

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

76%

Receive Any Aid

54%

Receive Pell Grants

70%

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 34 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 21 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Protege 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

100%

Women

76%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%

Hispanic 13%

Black 9%

Two or More 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%

25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Protege 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 Protege Academy?

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

What is the graduation rate at Protege Academy?

The graduation rate at Protege Academy is 67%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Protege Academy a good school?

Protege Academy has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Protege Academy?

Protege Academy has a total enrollment of 68 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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