Is American Hair Academy worth it?
American Hair Academy is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa (small town). It awarded 7 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$10,675
Median earnings 4 years after
$21,846
Median earnings 10 years after
$28,724
Average net price
$11,556
Completion rate
44%
Completions (2024)
7
Years to pay back
2.1 years
Students (undergrad)
25
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $10,853 | $20,681 | 23 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 7 |
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Sources: federal figures for American Hair Academy. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Iowa. Counts under 10 are not published.
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