University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts Tuition & Outcomes

Last updated: June 29, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is a private for-profit trade school in Springfield, Illinois, enrolling about 164 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 63.64% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $27,084 among students who received federal aid.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $16,000 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 164 79.3% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 63.64%
  • First-Generation Students: 48.2%
  • Net price trend: Average net price increase of 5.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 229

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts: what the data shows

Common questions about University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.

Where is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts?

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is located in Springfield, IL (ZIP 62704).

NCES locale classification: Suburb.

Is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts public or private?

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is a Private For-profit institution.

How much does University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts cost?

Average net price after aid: $16,000.

Family income bandAvg. net price
Family income $0–$30,000$14,827
$30,001–$48,000$15,111
$48,001–$75,000$16,346
$75,001–$110,000$21,024
$110,001+$21,024

How big is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts?

Total enrollment: 164 students.

Undergraduate enrollment: 229 students.

About 79% enroll full-time in our extract.

What is the graduation rate at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts?

150%-time completion rate: 63.64%.

First-year retention: 73.7%.

What do graduates of University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts earn?

Median earnings: $24,853 six years after entry; $27,084 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).

How much debt do students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers: $4,584.

46.94% of students receive Pell grants.

What is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts known for?

Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:

See ROI & Programs for more.

Is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts a good school?

We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 63.64%; median earnings $27,084 at 10 years; net price $16,000. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition Costs

$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts was $N/A.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$16,000
2024 Value

In 2024 University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,000.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$64,000 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$16,000 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.

4-year total cost breakdown for University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts.

Financial Aid by Income Level

46.94% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

49.39% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts was 0.00%.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Tuition tracker

Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts in that year.

Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).

Year In-state tuition & fees Out-of-state tuition & fees Average net price
2013——$14,646
2014——$15,684
2015——$13,462
2016——$15,054
2017——$18,334
2018——$14,221
2019——$14,170
2020——$15,618
2021——$17,294
2022——$17,096
2023——$17,951

Sticker tuition and net price over time

Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.

College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).

Net price by family income

Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).

Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.

Acceptance Rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment & Student Demographics

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts reported total enrollment of about 164 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 12% male and 88% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (64.0%), Black or African American (22.6%), and Two or More Races (7.3%). About 46.94% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.2% of students are first-generation college students.

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

79.3% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts in 2024 is 164 students.

Undergraduate enrollment is about 229 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

73.7%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 64.0%.

Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).

College Scorecard student demographics.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

5.45% 100% Completion Time

63.64% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 5.45% of students graduating from University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

Completions by Sex (Top Programs)

  • Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 0% male / 100% female
  • Real Estate Development: 0% male / 100% female
  • Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 0% male / 100% female

IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).

Completions by Race & Ethnicity

Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.

Summed across program completion records in our extract.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts.

Return on Investment

$4,584 Median Student Debt

$27,084 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

16.93% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio

323.19% Return on Investment

1.7 years Estimated Payback Period

Financial value analysis for University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts.

Top Programs by Completions

5 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 6 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).

1. Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 43 completions

2. Real Estate Development: 22 completions

3. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 19 completions

4. Barbering/Barber: 3 completions

5. Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor: 2 completions

Most popular programs at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts.

Employment Outcomes

Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.

Earnings outcomes for University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts graduates.

Operations

Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).

Instructional Resources

  • Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,179

Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.

Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.

About

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is a private for-profit institution located in Springfield, IL. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, Real Estate Development, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. Enrollment is approximately 164 students. Student body composition includes White (64.0%), Black or African American (22.6%), Two or More Races (7.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 63.64%. Approximately 46.94% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.2% of students are first-generation college students.

Institution Type

Private For-profit

Location

Springfield, IL 62704

Region: Great Lakes

Insights and Analysis

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts located?

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is located in Springfield, IL.

How much does University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts cost?

Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $16,000 in the latest College Scorecard data.

What is the student body demographics at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts?

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts reports undergraduate enrollment of about 229 students, White (64.0%), Black or African American (22.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.

How many first-generation students attend University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts?

About 48.2% of students at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts are first-generation college students.

What do graduates of University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts earn?

Median earnings are $24,853 six years after entry and $27,084 ten years after entry.

What is the graduation rate at University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts?

The 150%-time completion rate is 63.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.

How much debt do University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts students have?

Median federal loan debt among completers is $4,584.

Is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts public or private?

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is a private for-profit institution located in Springfield, IL.

Is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts an HBCU?

No. University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.

Is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts a tribal college?

No. University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.

Is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?

Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts does not meet that proxy (reported share 3.7%).

Is University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts religiously affiliated?

No religious affiliation is reported for University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts in IPEDS institutional characteristics.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • Illinois trade schools profile
  • Springfield, Illinois city profile
  • Great Lakes regional profile
  • All state profiles
  • Regional profiles
  • National benchmarks
  • School directory
  • All schools in Illinois

    • Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

    Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

    Methodology

    Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

    All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.