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L'esprit Academy
Canton, Michigan · Private for-profit career school
Address: 42083 Ford Road, Canton, MI 48187 · Phone: 7347620200110 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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L'esprit Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Canton, Michigan offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
L'esprit Academy has an 88.1% completion rate versus a 56.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $22,440 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at L'esprit Academy is $26,150, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 52.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $28,810 | $45,240 | $59,980 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,960 | $34,820 | $60,590 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $27,740 | $36,890 | $59,210 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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 | 147 | $17,412 | $16,246 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | $17,412 | $16,246 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | $17,412 | $16,246 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | $17,412 | $16,246 | $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
L'esprit Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Canton, Michigan, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's four programs concentrate on personal care trades, with the largest numbers of completers in esthetician schools (147), cosmetology schools (49), and nail technician schools (23).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 88.1%, above the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $22,440. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,150, and 52.0% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students. Program length and specific outcome breakdowns by individual program are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, located in a large suburb, appears best suited to students seeking focused training in esthetics, cosmetology, or nail technology rather than a broad associate-degree pathway, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students and career changers should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most up-to-date federal outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
L'esprit Academy offers four programs concentrated in esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with esthetician training having the most completers (147).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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 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 88.1%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,440.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $26,150 according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
L'esprit Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the type of federal oversight applied 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 directly at its listed phone number or website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457633.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician training suggests a career-focused, hands-on setting, but specific fit for adult career changers isn't detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss scheduling and support options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetics, cosmetology, or nail technology are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school or Michigan's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach L'esprit Academy by phone at 7347620200110 or visit their website at https://www.lespritacademy.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult 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.