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International Academy
South Daytona, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 2550 S Ridgewood Ave, South Daytona, FL 32119 · Phone: 3867674600226 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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International Academy is a private for-profit trade school in South Daytona, Florida, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and massage therapy programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, International Academy's completion rate is 47.7%, below the Florida state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $19,824 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at International Academy is $25,223, federal financial aid can be used here, and 59.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | $16,219 | $16,246 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $16,219 | $16,246 | $9,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $21,398 | $15,182 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $16,219 | $16,246 | $9,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $21,398 | $15,182 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $16,219 | $16,246 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 4 | $16,219 | $16,246 | $9,500 |
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
International Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in South Daytona, Florida. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. It most commonly awards credentials in esthetician programs, cosmetology programs, and massage therapy programs, with additional offerings in barbering and nail technology across seven program families total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 47.7%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $19,824. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,223, and 59.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus enrolls a relatively small student body of 186, with 101 trade completers, suggesting compact, hands-on programs typical of cosmetology and personal-care trades. Prospective students, including career changers, should independently verify accreditation status and outcome figures using the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and by contacting the school directly, since program length, schedule details, and licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
International Academy offers programs in esthetician, cosmetology, massage therapy, barbering, and nail technology, spread across seven program families. The most common credentials awarded are in esthetician (36), cosmetology (28), and massage therapy (24) programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, International Academy 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate reported for this campus is 47.7%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $19,824.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,223.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
International Academy is a private for-profit school, which typically means higher tuition and a business ownership structure compared with public or non-profit institutions; students should weigh cost against outcomes data.
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 386-767-4600 or visit https://www.intl-academy.com/ for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?134714.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for cosmetology, esthetics, or massage therapy requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach International Academy at 386-767-4600 or through its website, https://www.intl-academy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard 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.