D
Below Average
Score: 44/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
73/100 · earnings-weighted

Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Falls Church, Virginia 22042
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
13/100

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

87
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$44,892
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$26,148
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$6,333
Median debt at graduation
18.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 14% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 73rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VA wage index 1.21). 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 Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage

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
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$27,082$33,103+12%#33 of 199#84$6,333

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 Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $741,867
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,908/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 22041 (4.3% cap, Falls Church)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage 98 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage's top programs commonly pursue.

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Massage therapists
$58k/yr 168,000 jobs

Student Demographics

87
Total Students
76%
Women
17%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 26%
Hispanic 15%
Black 39%
Asian 9%
Two or More 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 17%
25-64 (Adult) 82%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage?
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 Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage a good school?
Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). 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 Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage?
Northern Virginia School of Therapeutic Massage has a total enrollment of 87 students.

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