PCI Academy-Ames
PCI Academy-Ames is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Ames, IA. It offers 3 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. (7/1/1981 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at PCI Academy-Ames is Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $14,988. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist programs ($9,978). The length of the program is 600 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 7 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at PCI Academy-Ames.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $14,988 | - | 600 Hours | 7 Months | $9,978 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $25,988 | - | 1,550 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $14,388 | - | 600 Hours | 7 Months | $12,154 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 176 students attended PCI Academy-Ames in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 14 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 6 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 27 (full-time) and 10 (part-time).
The graduation rate of PCI Academy-Ames is 77% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 176 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 77% |
| Number of Faculty | 20 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of PCI Academy-Ames is $14,988
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
71% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,451 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $14,988 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $8,386 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,053 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,451 |
Offered Certificate Programs
PCI Academy-Ames offers 3 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 4 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, 121 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 78 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 43 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 121 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at PCI Academy-Ames are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 121 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 78 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 43 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 73 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 73 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 5 |
| Total | 78 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 43 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 43 |
| Total | 43 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 176 students have enrolled into PCI Academy-Ames. By gender, 5 male and 171 female students are attending the school.
There are 132 White (75.00%), 3 Black/African American (1.70%), 13 Hispanic (7.39%), 3 Asian (1.70%), and 38 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 176 | 5 | 171 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Black/African American | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Hispanic | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 132 | 4 | 128 |
| Two More | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Un-Known | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 309 Kitty Hawk Dr., Ames, IA
- 515-337-2907
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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