Loraines Academy Inc is located in Saint Petersburg, FL, and is a beauty school that specializes in cosmetology training. This school has been accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences since 1968. This school's cosmetology program is constructed to train students for immediate employment upon completion, having provided all the skills needed to prepare students for licensure and employment in the beauty industry. In addition, Loraines Academy Inc also has a massage therapy program, for students that want to learn to become a massage therapist, an esthetics program, for individuals who want to specialize in skin care, and a nail technology program, which provides education in nail artistry.
Over the last several years close to 690 students have completed programs at Loraines Academy Inc, with about 40% of those who start the program continue on to graduate. In 2009 the reported default rate of individuals taking loans to cover the tuition costs for this school was around 15%.
Loraines Academy Inc provides student services including cosmetology career pathway counseling for current and graduated students, job placement opportunities for graduating students in need of employment, and program or licensure preparation in the form of remedial education courses. Students are advised to look up state and county licensing regulations to make sure programs meet established standards. Get even more information by visiting the school's official website, where you can learn about programs available, financial aid & tuition, and disclosures.
Programs Offered
Below is a listing of the programs that may be offered at Loraines Academy Inc. 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 72734712.
Cosmetology
The cosmetology programs listed below are broken down by the number of contact hours offered.
1,200 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $17,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $1,400*
- Takes about 13 months to complete
1,275 Contact Hours
- Estimated tuition and fees: $18,000 per year*
- Cost of required supplies: $2,000*
- Takes about 13 months to complete
Master Esthetician (600 Hours)
The master esthetician program takes about six months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $9,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $1,900*
- 23 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the master esthetician program is usually 6 months
Massage Therapy (600 Hours)
The massage therapy program takes about six months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $9,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $1,900*
- 16 students completed the massage therapy program last year
- Takes about 6 months to complete
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Personal Grooming Arts (600 Hours)
The personal grooming arts program offered most often takes about six months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $9,000*
- The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $2,700*
- 16 students completed this program in the previous reported year
- The length of the personal grooming arts program is usually 6 months
Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor (600 Hours)
The cosmetology, barber and nail instructor program takes about twelve months for most students to complete.
Program Details:
- Estimated tuition cost of this program is $8,000*
- Cost of required supplies: $200*
- Takes about 12 months to complete
Notes:
*The posted costs for tuition, fees and supplies are determined through historical data and may not represent current costs.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimated to provide a comparative context. For more detailed information individuals are asked to contact the school.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average annual "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around -. In order to calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. Students in need of financial assistance can get more information through the school's financial aid department, by calling (727) 347-4247 x107. The tuition and financial aid figures listed show various costs that students may encounter at this school. The numbers may not be accurate due to changing factors in a given year, and are only intended to provide a guideline for students.
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 | 91% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 83% | $4,396 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 35% | $7,167 |
Other Cosmetology Schools Nearby
The list of nearby cosmetology schools below offer beauty and cosmetology programs similar to Loraines Academy Inc. Click the links below to get a detailed profile for each school.
- Aveda Institute - Saint Petersburg in Davie, FL (5 miles away)
- American Institute of Beauty in Largo, FL (8 miles away)
- Sunstate Academy - Clearwater in Clearwater, FL (13 miles away)
- Manhattan Hairstyling Academy in Tampa, FL (14 miles away)
- GUTI The Premier Beauty & Wellness Academy in Bradenton, FL (21 miles away)
- The Salon Professional Academy - Tampa in Tampa, FL (22 miles away)
- Artistic Nails and Beauty Academy in Tampa, FL (22 miles away)
- Shear Excellence Hair Academy in Tampa, FL (24 miles away)