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The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne
Melbourne, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1700 W. New Haven Avenue - Ste 540A, Melbourne, FL 32904 · Phone: (321) 951-0595 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne is a private for-profit trade school in Melbourne, Florida offering cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 85.5% completion rate, above the state average of 70.5%, with median graduate debt of $7,528 and median earnings of $16,515 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne is $17,610, federal financial aid can be used here, and 46.3% 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 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| 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, 1–2 years | 45 | $15,678 | not reported | $6,774 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 41 | $15,678 | not reported | $6,774 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $15,678 | not reported | $6,774 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $15,678 | not reported | $6,774 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $15,678 | not reported | $6,774 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $15,678 | not reported | $6,774 |
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
The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne is a private for-profit trade school located in Melbourne, Florida. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus focuses on beauty and personal care trades, with its top programs being cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and barber schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 85.5%, which is above the state average of 70.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,528. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,515. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,610, and 46.3% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a student population with significant financial need.
This campus may suit students seeking focused training in cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering rather than a broad academic degree; the program mix and small-city setting suggest hands-on, trade-focused instruction, though specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details not captured in federal reporting, such as class schedules or specific licensing exam pass rates, which are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology, esthetician, barber, and nail technician programs, with cosmetology (76), esthetician (41), and barber (9) being the top programs by enrollment.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 85.5%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,528, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,515.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,610.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (321) 951-0595 or visit its website for 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 review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?385132.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data; the focused beauty-trade program offerings may still be relevant, but prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Florida's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne at (321) 951-0595 or through its website at https://www.tspamelbourne.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare similar 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.