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The Salon Professional Academy
- 400 Cornerstone Drive Suite 220
- Williston, VT 05495
- OPEID College Code: 00857500
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- General Phone: (802) 879-4811
- Director: Rita Jutras
- Website: www.tspawilliston.com

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Differs by Program
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 102

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- 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.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Links
- Admissions: tspawilliston.com
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $200.00
- 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: 42%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 42% | 18% | 23% | 1% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,343 | $2,846 | $3,669 | $623 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.7% | 4.0% | - |
| Number in Default | 2 | 3 | - |
| Number in Repayment | 53 | 28 | 21 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $16,050 | $15,050 | $12,670 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Other Expenses | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $26,550 | $25,550 | $24,270 |
| Off Campus with Family | $18,550 | $17,550 | $16,270 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $16,050 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 10 Months |
| Aesthetician | $6,200 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Nail Technician | $3,990 | 400 Contact Hours | 4 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Cosmetology | 44 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other | 18 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 102 Undergraduate: 102
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3 Female: 99
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 3 Female: 99
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 86 Part-Time: 16
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 86 Part-Time: 16
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 1 | 1% |
| Asian | 2 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1 | 1% |
| White | 97 | 95% |
| Unknown | 1 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 37 | 36% |
| Ages 20-21 | 16 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 12 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 9 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 11 | 11% |
| Ages 35-39 | 6 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 8 | 8% |
| Age Uknown | 1 | 1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Primarily Instruction | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 3 | 3 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 3 | - | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 3 | - | 3 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 73%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 93%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 80%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
