Is The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose worth it?
The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in San Jose, California (large city). It awarded 161 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist and cosmetology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$24,586
Median earnings 4 years after
$34,329
Average net price
$18,418
Completion rate
95%
Completions (2024)
161
Years to pay back
2.1 years
Students (undergrad)
196
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $24,660 | $34,325 | 134 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 97 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 64 |
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