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Summit Salon Academy
Tampa, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 4802 Gunn Hwy Suite 144, Tampa, FL 33624 · Phone: 8139088020416 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Tampa, FL offering cosmetology, barber, and esthetician programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Summit Salon Academy has an 82.1% completion rate, above the state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $7,389 and median earnings of $27,037 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Summit Salon Academy is $37,417; the school participates in Title IV federal aid, and 42.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
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 | 64 | $20,010 | $17,614 | $7,389 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 57 | $20,010 | $17,614 | $7,389 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $20,010 | $17,614 | $7,389 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $20,010 | $17,614 | $7,389 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | 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
Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Tampa, Florida, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid programs, students here can use FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. The campus focuses on personal care trades, most commonly cosmetology, with additional programs in barbering and esthetician training.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 82.1%, above the state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,389, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,037. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $37,417, and 42.9% of students receive Pell Grants. Massage therapy is listed among the school's program families, but detailed completer figures for that program are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on cosmetology, barbering, or esthetics training rather than a multi-year associate degree path; whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on individual circumstances not detailed in this data, such as full program length or schedule flexibility, which are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Summit Salon Academy offers cosmetology, barber, esthetician, and massage therapy programs, with cosmetology being the largest by completer count (121), followed by barbering (15) and esthetics (11).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), 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 student aid programs, meaning FAFSA-based aid including 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 82.1%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,389, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,037.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $37,417.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Summit Salon Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 (813) 908-8020 or via its website for details.
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 on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457420.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, hands-on trade programs typical of career-training settings, but specific fit for adult career-changers, such as scheduling flexibility, is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, barbering, or esthetics are set by the state of Florida and are not detailed in this federal data; contact the school for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Summit Salon Academy by phone at (813) 908-8020 or visit https://summitsalonacademytampa.com/ to apply or request information.
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; check the College Scorecard to compare outcomes 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.