C+

Above Average

Score: 56/100

Cutting Edge Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Succasunna, New Jersey 07876

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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 (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 100%

Outcomes

83/100

Affordability

43/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

37/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

100%

Graduation Rate

94%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Cutting Edge Academy Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $673,722
Avg rent near campus: $2,790/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 07856 (4.1% cap, Mount Arlington)

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🏆 Where Cutting Edge Academy Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#20

Barbering/Barber

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

83%

Receive Any Aid

71%

Receive Pell Grants

79%

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 41 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 31 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 18 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cutting Edge 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

77%

Women

66%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 61%

Hispanic 27%

Black 4%

Asian 1%

Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%

25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cutting Edge 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 Cutting Edge Academy?

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

What is the graduation rate at Cutting Edge Academy?

The graduation rate at Cutting Edge Academy is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Cutting Edge Academy a good school?

Cutting Edge Academy has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A): 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 (D): Reputation and recognition

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

How many students attend Cutting Edge Academy?

Cutting Edge Academy has a total enrollment of 94 students.

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