Average

Score: 52/100

Innovate Salon Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 South Plainfield, New Jersey 07080

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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: 76%

Outcomes

72/100

Affordability

40/100

Resources

C+

63/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

29/100

Quick Stats

247

Total Enrollment

76%

Graduation Rate

98%

Retention Rate

11.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Innovate Salon Academy Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $598,708
Avg rent near campus: $2,677/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 08846 (3.8% cap, Middlesex)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

81%

Receive Any Aid

59%

Receive Pell Grants

78%

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 107 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 86 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 29 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Innovate Salon Academy'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

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

247

Total Students

83%

Women

64%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 23%

Hispanic 53%

Black 16%

Asian 4%

Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%

25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Innovate Salon 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 Innovate Salon Academy?

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

What is the graduation rate at Innovate Salon Academy?

The graduation rate at Innovate Salon Academy is 76%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Innovate Salon Academy a good school?

Innovate Salon Academy has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (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 Innovate Salon Academy?

Innovate Salon Academy has a total enrollment of 247 students.

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