About
Sunstate Academy, located in Fort Myers, Florida, was founded in 1975 through the purchase of a barber school in Largo, Florida. Over the course of the schools history, several purchases of schools already in operation took place, expanding Sunstate Academy's offerings and areas of service. In 2003 Sunstate Academy was purchased by Compass Rose Foundation, Inc. a 40 year old non-profit organization. The school provides education in spa and spa related fields.
Academics
Sunstate Academy offers a number of programs to assist individuals in obtaining skills for careers in spa or cosmetology. The school provides both the understanding of business related to its fields of study, as well as in depth training to allow individuals to work as professionals in the field. Individuals graduating from programs offered will be eligible for work immediately after graduation. Some professions will require passing a licensure exam prior to being able to work, such as cosmetology and massage therapy.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment to Sunstate Academy must be over 16 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Those who meet the requirements for admission may then begin the process by filling out the school's online contact form to receive information and speak with an admission advisor, after which an application for admissions will be filled.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of financial assistance will complete financial aid forms and applications alongside the admissions application and with the assistance of a school representative. Aid is provided by federal sources, as well as scholarships offered by the state of Florida. Tuition payment plans are also available.
Programs Offered
Below is a listing of the programs that may be offered at Sunstate Academy – Fort Myers. Actual programs may differ from the list below, to get an official list of programs offered please visit the school's website or by phone at (303) 449-5903.
Cosmetology (1,200 Hours)
Cosmetology program takes on average thirteen months to complete. Students that complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition costs are estimated to be $18,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $1,300*
- 110 students completed the cosmetology program last year
- Takes about 13 months to complete
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Massage Therapy (900 Hours)
The massage therapy program takes about ten months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Tuition costs are estimated to be $13,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $1,400*
- 36 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the massage therapy program is usually 10 months
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Esthetician (600 Hours)
Esthetician program takes on average seven months to complete. Students that complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition costs are estimated to be $8,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $1,100*
- The length of the esthetician program is usually 7 months
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Barber (1,500 Hours)
The barber program offered most often takes about eighteen months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition costs are estimated to be $23,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $1,700*
- The length of the barber program is usually 18 months
(240 Hours)
The program offered most often takes about two months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Tuition costs are estimated to be $3,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $700*
- The length of the program is usually 2 months
Notes:
*Amounts for tuition, fees, and supplies are an estimate which are calculated based on historical data and should be solely used for informational purposes only.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimates and should be treated as informational tools only, contact the school for official information.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The overall cost students will pay at Sunstate Academy – Fort Myers is approximately $23,500 after scholarships, grants and other forms of aid are taken into consideration. To calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There may be an application fee required, please check with Sunstate Academy FM for more information. The financial aid department provides information and resources for students seeking out financial options. Their phone number is (239) 278-1311. Any tuition and financial aid figures listed provide an outline of costs at this school, however they may not accurately represent current costs, fees, or tuition. Please check with Sunstate Academy – Fort Myers for more information.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 90% | $5,530 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 84% | $8,533 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Sunstate Academy – Fort Myers. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- The Salon Professional Academy - Ft Myers in New Port Richey, FL (5 miles away)
- Cozmo The School in Delray Beach, FL (19 miles away)