C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
51/100 · earnings-weighted

The Spa School

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Columbus, Ohio 43214
ℹ️
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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 68%
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
D
42/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

117
Total Enrollment
68%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The Spa School, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$26,989
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$25,324
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,916
Median debt at graduation
69.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
48.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 37th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). 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 The Spa School

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$20,256$24,466-7%#651 of 1025#566$7,916

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 The Spa School Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $412,121
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,671/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 43211 (7.5% cap, Columbus)

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🏆 Where The Spa School Ranks

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

#11
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

73%
Receive Any Aid
38%
Receive Pell Grants
51%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

117
Total Students
98%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Hispanic 2%
Black 26%
Asian 4%
Two or More 9%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The Spa School?
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 The Spa School?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at The Spa School?
The graduation rate at The Spa School is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is The Spa School a good school?
The Spa School has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (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 smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend The Spa School?
The Spa School has a total enrollment of 117 students.

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