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Dayton School of Medical Massage
Dayton, Ohio · Private for-profit career school
Address: 4457 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429 · Phone: (937) 294-6994 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Dayton School of Medical Massage is a private for-profit trade school in Dayton, Ohio, offering massage therapy training, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Dayton School of Medical Massage has a 73.4% completion rate, near the Ohio average of 68.8%, with median graduate debt of $13,432 and median earnings of $31,071 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Dayton School of Medical Massage; federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell, can be used, and 92.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $40,340 | $55,990 | $60,880 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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, 1–2 years | 315 | $21,250 | $20,048 | $13,430 |
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
Dayton School of Medical Massage is a private for-profit trade school located in Dayton, Ohio. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus focuses on a single program family, massage therapy, which accounts for 315 of its completions and represents the school's main area of training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.4%, which is near the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,432, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $31,071. Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Nearly all students, 92.9%, receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body is largely low-income.
This school may suit students seeking focused, single-program training in massage therapy rather than a broad associate degree path, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering this option should independently verify accreditation status and outcome figures through the school directly at (937) 294-6994 or www.massageschools.com, and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided for the most current federal data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Dayton School of Medical Massage offers a single program family, massage therapy, which had 315 completers according to federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and its 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, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.4%, which is near the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $13,432.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $31,071.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
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 terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for details on schedule and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard link provided.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should contact the school directly to discuss fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completion are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for information on state massage therapy licensing.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Dayton School of Medical Massage at (937) 294-6994 or through its website, www.massageschools.com.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other massage therapy schools nearby is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby program comparisons.
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.