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Cosmetology & Spa Academy
Crystal Lake, Illinois · Private for-profit career school
Address: 700 E. Terra Cotta, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 · Phone: (815) 455-5900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cosmetology & Spa Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Crystal Lake, Illinois offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Cosmetology & Spa Academy has a 70.3% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $29,779 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Cosmetology & Spa Academy is reported at $21,104; federal financial aid can be used here, and 61.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $45,330 | $47,360 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Barbers | $31,460 | $65,430 | $71,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 109 | $20,756 | $20,140 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 87 | $20,756 | $20,140 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 59 | $20,756 | $20,140 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $20,756 | $20,140 | $9,833 |
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
Cosmetology & Spa Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Crystal Lake, Illinois, located in a large suburb. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards the most credentials in esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with 4 program families offered overall.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.3%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $29,779. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,104, and 61.1% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on training in personal care trades such as esthetics, cosmetology, and barbering, though specific program lengths and schedule formats are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including adult career-changers, should confirm program length, licensing requirements, and schedule directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment can verify accreditation status through NACCAS and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cosmetology & Spa Academy offers programs in esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with 4 program families total. Esthetician schools has the largest enrollment among these, followed by cosmetology and barber programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 61.1% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.3%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $29,779.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,104.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid structure compared to public or non-profit institutions. Prospective students should factor this into cost and outcome comparisons.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (815) 455-5900 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?144795.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for career-changers is not directly reported in federal data, but the school offers short, hands-on trade programs in esthetics, cosmetology, and barbering that are commonly pursued by career-changers. Confirm scheduling flexibility directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements after program completion are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm state licensing steps for esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering in Illinois.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cosmetology & Spa Academy at (815) 455-5900 or through its website at https://www.cosmetologyandspaacademy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?144795 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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.