C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
61/100 · earnings-weighted

Montana Academy of Salons

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Great Falls, Montana 59405
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: 77%
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
D
42/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
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

147
Total Enrollment
77%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$28,841
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$21,826
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,833
Median debt at graduation
67%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
34.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 34% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 45th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MT wage index 0.84). 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 Montana Academy of Salons

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
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$20,211$32,076+22%#153 of 1025#71$10,292

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

The Montana Academy of Salons Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $330,449
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,389/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 59405 (3.3% cap, Great Falls)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

52%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
49%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

147
Total Students
88%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%
Hispanic 5%
Black 2%
Asian 3%
Two or More 16%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Montana Academy of Salons?
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 Montana Academy of Salons?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Montana Academy of Salons?
The graduation rate at Montana Academy of Salons is 77%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Montana Academy of Salons a good school?
Montana Academy of Salons has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): 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 Montana Academy of Salons?
Montana Academy of Salons has a total enrollment of 147 students.

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