The Salon Professional Academy is in Ames, IA. Ames is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Salon Professional Academy issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 168 students study at The Salon Professional Academy (in 2007-2008). The school is a largely female school.
More complete details are provided below.
The Salon Professional Academy Ames
309 Kitty Hawk Dr.
Ames, IA 50010
http://www.tspaames.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 109 | cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist |
| Therapy and Counseling | 12 | massage therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for The Salon Professional Academy in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 84 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 37 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, The Salon Professional Academy had a total enrollment of 168 students (179 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 100% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 43% |
| 20-21 | 37% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 58 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 86% |
| Transfer Out | 3% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Ames, Iowa for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Iowa Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
The Salon Professional Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2160900)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The Salon Professional Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Offers credit for life experience
Career counseling
Career services
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
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