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California Hair Design Academy
- 8011 University Avenue, Suite A-2
- La Mesa, CA 91941
- OPEID College Code: 01186500
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- General Phone: (619) 461-8600
- President: Len Steinbarth
- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 132

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- At CALIFORNIA HAIR DESIGN ACADEMY, we are constantly striving to develop the latest in programs to meet educational needs and teach modern salon practices. Basic to our school's philosophy is the belief that thorough and intense training will prepare a student for meaningful employment in the beauty industry. It is the school's objective to not only provide each student with the necesssary training to pass the California State licencing exam; but also to teach the student to be salon ready upon graduation. We strive to maximize the personal growth of each student as a total person, and to help each student discover his or her potential. The sucessful student should be able to function effectively and successfully in one of the many specialties in the industry upon completion of their training. Beyond providing the minimum training, the school endeavors to give each student advanced training which will make them competitive in seeking a job in their chosen field.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $75.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 43%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 36% | 29% | 28% | 8% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,500 | $3,500 | $3,600 | $850 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 48 | 55 | 32 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $10,995 | $9,675 | $8,495 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,748 | $6,818 | $6,748 |
| Other Expenses | $2,335 | $2,558 | $2,335 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,377 | $2,641 | $2,377 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $21,078 | $20,051 | $18,578 |
| Off Campus with Family | $14,372 | $13,316 | $11,872 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $11,995 | 1,600 Contact Hours | 13 Months |
| Aesthetician | $6,995 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Nail Technician | $3,975 | 400 Contact Hours | 4 Months |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | $5,995 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Aesthetician | 37 |
| Cosmetology | 173 |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | - |
| Nail Technician | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 132 Undergraduate: 132
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3 Female: 129
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 3 Female: 129
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 132 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 132 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 5 | 4% |
| Asian | 10 | 8% |
| Hispanic | 37 | 28% |
| White | 79 | 60% |
| Unknown | 1 | 0.8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 45 | 34% |
| Ages 20-21 | 25 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 14 | 11% |
| Ages 25-29 | 23 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 13 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 2 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 0.8% |
| Age Uknown | 2 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 20 | 20 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 12 | 12 | - |
| Primarily Instruction | 12 | 12 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 3 | 3 | - |
| Other Professionals | 1 | 1 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 4 | 4 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | 2 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 81%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 76%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Vehicle Theft | - | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
