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Cortiva Institute
Pompano Beach, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2001 W Sample Rd Ste 100, Pompano Beach, FL 33064 · Phone: (954) 962-2624 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cortiva Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Pompano Beach, Florida offering cosmetology and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Cortiva Institute has a 79.5% completion rate, above the Florida state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $7,521 and median earnings of $27,193 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Cortiva Institute is $31,749; the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, and 52.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $21,510 | $19,918 | $7,892 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $20,282 | $17,813 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $20,282 | $17,813 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $20,282 | $17,813 | $6,333 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Cortiva Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Pompano Beach, Florida. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. The school's top programs are cosmetology (55 completers) and massage therapy (33 completers), drawn from a total of four program offerings.
Federal data show a completion rate of 79.5%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,521, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,193. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $31,749, and 52.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Given its focus on cosmetology and massage therapy — fields typically built around shorter, hands-on training rather than multi-year associate degrees — this campus may suit students seeking a direct path into a licensed trade, including adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed with the school directly. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cortiva Institute offers programs in cosmetology and massage therapy, with cosmetology (55 completers) and massage therapy (33 completers) as the top programs among four total offered.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Cortiva Institute is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 79.5%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,521, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,193.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $31,749.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cortiva Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (954) 962-2624 or visit https://www.cortiva.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?387925.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The programs offered — cosmetology and massage therapy — are typically shorter, hands-on trades, which may suit adult career-changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cortiva Institute by phone at (954) 962-2624 or through its website at https://www.cortiva.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?387925 for comparable listings.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.