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Students attend Northwest Hair Academy in Mount Vernon, WA, a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Northwest Hair Academy degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
There are 167 students at the school (as of 2007). A very high share of students at Northwest Hair Academy are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Through ethical educational practices we help the students of today find fulfillment for their tomorrow through the professions of cosmetology, nail technology, barbering, esthetics and/or the teaching of these professions."
More complete details are provided below.
Northwest Hair Academy
615 S First St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
General Phone: (360) 336-6553
http://www.northwesthairacademy.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 92 | cosmetology |
| Education And Teaching | 6 | technical teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwest Hair Academy in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 92 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 6 | 1 |
In 2007, Northwest Hair Academy had a total enrollment of 167 students (167 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 3% |
| Women | 97% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 25% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Mount Vernon, 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.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 213 | 180 | 85% | 180 | 100% |
| Men | 10 | 6 | 60% | 6 | 100% |
| Women | 203 | 174 | 86% | 174 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not 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:
Northwest Hair Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2331400)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwest Hair Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
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