Cosmetology & Spa Academy
Cosmetology & Spa Academy is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Crystal Lake, IL. It offers 4 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc. (7/1/1980 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Cosmetology & Spa Academy is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $23,000. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,500 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 11 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Cosmetology & Spa Academy.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $23,000 | $2,000 | 1,500 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Barbering/Barber | $23,000 | $2,000 | 1,500 Hours | 11 Months | $14,546 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $14,000 | $1,400 | 750 Hours | 6 Months | $9,978 |
| 4 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $10,000 | $500 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $7,334 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 445 students attended Cosmetology & Spa Academy in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 17 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 34 (full-time) and 2 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Cosmetology & Spa Academy is 70% and the retention rate is 85% at the school.
| Student Population | 445 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 70% |
| Number of Faculty | 19 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 20 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Cosmetology & Spa Academy is $23,000
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
61% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,410 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $23,000 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,250 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,255 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,410 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Cosmetology & Spa Academy offers 4 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 244 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 99 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 145 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 244 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Cosmetology & Spa Academy are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 244 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 99 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 145 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 99 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 99 |
| Total | 99 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 145 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 75 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 64 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 6 |
| Total | 145 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 445 students have enrolled into Cosmetology & Spa Academy. By gender, 133 male and 312 female students are attending the school.
There are 171 White (38.43%), 50 Black/African American (11.24%), 200 Hispanic (44.94%), 5 Asian (1.12%), and 217 students with other races. 2 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 445 | 133 | 312 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Black/African American | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Hispanic | 200 | 80 | 120 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| White | 171 | 24 | 147 |
| Two More | 13 | 2 | 11 |
| Un-Known | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Directory Information
- 700 E. Terra Cotta, Crystal Lake, IL
- 815-455-5900
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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