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Milan Institute-Sparks

Sparks, Nevada · Private for-profit career college

Esthetician schoolsMassage therapy schoolsMedical assistant programsDental assistant schools
62%completion rate · Nevada avg 70%
$8,124median debt of graduates
$28,817median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$32,493median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$25,731annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (Accredited)
Address: 950 Industrial Way, Sparks, NV 89431 · Phone: (775) 348-7200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Milan Institute-Sparks is a private for-profit trade school in Sparks, NV offering esthetician, massage therapy, and medical assistant programs, accredited by ACCET.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Milan Institute-Sparks has a 62.3% completion rate versus a 70.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,124 and median earnings of $32,493 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance at Milan Institute-Sparks is $25,731, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 64.4% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Milan Institute-Sparks Milan Institute-Sparks: 62.3% 62.3% Nevada average Nevada average: 70.4% 70.4% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Skincare specialists$28,070$38,660$47,830
Massage therapists$25,230$53,540$85,280
Medical assistants$37,400$45,200$47,330
Dental assistants$36,870$47,110$48,450

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nevada (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 17 not reported not reported not reported
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 16 $17,412 $16,549 $7,690
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 14 $22,778 $24,638 $8,082
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions Certificate, 300–899 hours 13 $23,848 $21,312 $8,919

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.

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About this school

Milan Institute-Sparks is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Sparks, Nevada, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus's most-awarded programs are esthetician schools, massage therapy schools, and medical assistant programs, drawn from a total of four program families offered on this campus.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 62.3%, which is below the Nevada state average of 70.4% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,124, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $32,493. The annual cost of attendance is listed as $25,731, and 64.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students enrolled here.

Based on its program mix — esthetician, massage therapy, medical assisting, and dental assisting — this campus appears geared toward shorter, career-focused training rather than multi-year degree programs, which may suit adult students or career changers seeking a faster path into a trade. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm schedules directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, consult the school's accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Milan Institute-Sparks offers four program families: esthetician schools, massage therapy schools, medical assistant programs, and dental assistant schools. The top programs by completions are esthetician (17), massage therapy (16), and medical assistant (14).

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 62.3%, which is below the Nevada state average of 70.4%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $8,124, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,493.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $25,731.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Milan Institute-Sparks is a private for-profit school, which can affect program cost and financial aid structure 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 at (775) 348-7200 or visit its website to confirm.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training and check federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?443669.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The program mix of esthetician, massage therapy, and medical assisting suggests shorter, career-focused training, which may fit adult career changers, though specific scheduling details are not reported in federal data.

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 directly to learn about certification or licensing steps for specific programs.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Milan Institute-Sparks at (775) 348-7200 or through its website at https://www.milaninstitute.edu/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, 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.

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