The Salon Professional Academy is found in Williston, VT. Williston is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Certificate at The Salon Professional Academy.
The school is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
The Salon Professional Academy accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
Students numbered 102 in 2007-2008 at the school. A very high share of students at The Salon Professional Academy are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of The Salon Professional Academy is to guide the student to a strong educational belief with artistic inspiration and a scientific approach in a positive atmosphere. We prepare the stuent for a career in cosmetology, esthetics and nail tech (manicuring) that can take the student beyond basic certification.
The college's objective is to produce highly trained and well prepared graduates for the top 20% salons. We are committed to excellence in cosmetology arts and sciences education. Educatoinal systems and program are updated constantly to keep the student's interest first and our educatoinal quality high.
The Salon Professional Academy is a Redken 5th Avemue School. The college used Redken retail and professional products. Redken provides education for the staff and students."
More complete details are provided below.
The Salon Professional Academy
400 Cornerstone Drive Suite 220
Williston , VT 05495
General Phone:
(802) 879-4811
http://www.tspawilliston.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 71 | cosmetology, personal grooming |
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 | 51 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 20 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, The Salon Professional Academy had a total enrollment of 102 students (112 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
Racial Diversity:
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 93 % |
| Part-Time | 80 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 73% |
| Transfer Out | 4% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Williston, Vermont for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Vermont 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 857500)
Beauty And Cosmetology
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The Salon Professional Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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