C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
62/100 · earnings-weighted

The Professional Hair Design Academy

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701
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 (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 82%
Outcomes
A
83/100
Affordability
F
33/100
Resources
B
73/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

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

75
Total Enrollment
82%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The Professional Hair Design Academy, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$29,587
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$19,485
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
76.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 44th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WI wage index 0.92). 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 Professional Hair Design Academy

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$21,659$30,905+17%#210 of 1025#181$10,500

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 Professional Hair Design Academy Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $358,870
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,084/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54720 (3.1% cap, Altoona)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

76%
Receive Any Aid
29%
Receive Pell Grants
76%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

75
Total Students
89%
Women
69%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 89%
Black 4%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 69%
25-64 (Adult) 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The Professional Hair Design 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 The Professional Hair Design Academy?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at The Professional Hair Design Academy?
The graduation rate at The Professional Hair Design Academy is 82%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is The Professional Hair Design Academy a good school?
The Professional Hair Design Academy has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend The Professional Hair Design Academy?
The Professional Hair Design Academy has a total enrollment of 75 students.

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