The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona
The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Altoona, PA. 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. (7/1/1983 - Current[Estimated Date]).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $16,650. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,250 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 10 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $16,650 | $2,125 | 1,250 Hours | 10 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $4,935 | $230 | 500 Hours | 6 Months | $7,334 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $4,865 | $1,000 | 350 Hours | 4 Months | $9,978 |
| 4 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $2,800 | $885 | 200 Hours | 2 Months | $5,356 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 83 students attended The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 3 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 8 (full-time) and 3 (part-time).
The graduation rate of The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona is 91% and the retention rate is 92% at the school.
| Student Population | 83 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 91% |
| Number of Faculty | 5 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 10 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona is $16,650
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
43% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $7,041 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,650 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,125 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $10,697 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,289 |
| Average Financial Amount | $7,041 |
Offered Certificate Programs
The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona offers 4 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, 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, 66 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 22 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 44 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 66 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 66 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 22 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 44 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 22 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 19 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 3 |
| Total | 22 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 44 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 44 |
| Total | 44 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 83 students have enrolled into The Salon Professional Academy-Altoona. All enrolled students are female at the school
There are 75 White (90.36%), 6 Black/African American (7.23%), 2 Hispanic (2.41%), and 2 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 83 | 0 | 83 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Hispanic | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 415 D Orchard Avenue, Altoona, PA
- 814-944-4494
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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