Spokane, WA is home to Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design. Spokane is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in beauty and cosmetology.
Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.
The school has 114 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design, Inc. was formed in 1969 to provide students and the community with an excellent level of service to meet the strong need of our profession.
We strive to develop an environment where creativity and growth are emphasized. To achieve our goals, there is a commitment from staff members and students to teach and learn in the most professional manner.
The Academy will have a commitment to train you for a career in cosmetology, manicuring, esthetics, or instructor training. This includes living up to the expectations of potentional employers, regarding appearance, cleanliness, and sanitation. Glen Dow Academy holds much of the same standards in the school as would be expected of the majority of the industry.
This will also involve reponsibilities during school of keeping your own work area and equipment orderly, cleaning equipment and towels used in instruction. And at the close of the day, students participate in a team approach (pursuant to the sanitation roster in our catalog) to general appearance and sanitation standards of the school. WAC 308.20,080,110,130
The Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design, Inc. will continue to remain a leader in the field of Cosmetology, Manicuring, Esthetics, and Instructor Training by promotiong a strong desire to achieve the best results possible. Our students and staff are encouraged to have a healthy curiosity for anticipating the ever-growing needs of our industry."
More complete details are provided below.
Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design
W 309 Riverside Ave
Spokane, WA 99201
http://www.glendow.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 116 | cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor |
Number of programs and degrees for Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 61 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 55 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design had a total enrollment of 114 students (320 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 4% |
| Unknown | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 34% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Washington | 67% |
| Idaho | 29% |
| Montana | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 79 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Spokane, Washington for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Washington Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 973900)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Glen Dow Academy Of Hair Design Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
On-campus library
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