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Rapid City, SD is home to Headlines Academy. Rapid City is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Headlines Academy go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in therapy and counseling.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school has 81 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at Headlines Academy are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"As educators of Cosmetology & Massage, we will take every opportunity to continue to educated ourselves to current, scientific and technical developments of our professions, exemplifying the importance of knowledge. We will listen to our students and endeavor to treat each question and situation fairly there by, creating a mutual relationship of respect, trust and teamwork. We will inspire personal and professional development of ethics throught our own pursuit of higher standards of conduct. We will support and sitmulate students need to create and experiment, by nurturing their efforts while instilling a solid base of safe, healthy skills and practices. Through the results of higher standards, our graduates will be able to meet and surpass the expectations of future clients and employers. It is with this in mind, we begin each day at the Academy."
More complete details are provided below.
Headlines Academy
529 Main St
Rapid City, SD 57701
http://www.headlinesacademy.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 34 | cosmetology, manicurist |
| Therapy and Counseling | 22 | massage therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Headlines Academy in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 29 | 2 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 27 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Headlines Academy had a total enrollment of 81 students (92 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 11% |
| Women | 89% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 12% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 38% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 30 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Rapid City, South Dakota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Dakota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 19 | 19 | 100% | 18 | 95% |
| Men | 2 | 2 | 100% | 2 | 100% |
| Women | 17 | 17 | 100% | 16 | 94% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Financial Aid:
Headlines Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2297800)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Headlines Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus library
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