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Hair Academy
Chillicothe, Ohio · Private for-profit career school
Address: 62 Consumer Center Drive, Chillicothe, OH 45601 · Phone: (740) 774-4247 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hair Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Chillicothe, Ohio, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Completion rate and comparison to the state average of 68.8%, along with median graduate debt and earnings 10 years after entry, are not reported for this campus per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Hair Academy is $20,378, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $26,650 | $35,590 | $45,240 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Hair Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Chillicothe, Ohio, located in a distant-town setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for enrollment. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited. The school's programs fall under two families — nail technician schools and cosmetology schools — with cosmetology and nail technician training representing its top programs by enrollment.
Federal data shows 38 undergraduate students enrolled, with 21 trade completers reported. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 68.8%, but Hair Academy's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are also not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,378, and 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on training in nail technology or cosmetology rather than multi-year associate degree study, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering cosmetology or nail-tech licensing should verify current program details, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone or through its website. Prospective students can also verify accreditation status and check available outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hair Academy offers programs in two families: nail technician schools and cosmetology schools. Its top programs by enrollment are cosmetology (10 completers) and nail technician training (11 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Hair Academy is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, 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. About 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The school's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 68.8%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (740) 774-4247 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $20,378.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hair Academy is a private for-profit school. Control type can affect cost, financial aid options, and institutional accountability, so it's worth verifying outcomes independently.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (740) 774-4247 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and check federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497675.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers cosmetology and nail technician training, fields often chosen for shorter, hands-on career-change paths, though specific program lengths and schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and nail technician careers are set by the state of Ohio and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school for guidance on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hair Academy at (740) 774-4247 or visit https://www.hairacademyllc.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide a direct comparison to other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?497675 to compare completion, cost, and outcome data across institutions.
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.