Programs Offered

Cosmetology / Esthetics / Teacher Training

Recent Reviews

11/14/2025 via Google
11/14/2025
via Google

Always a fantastic experience at this salon academy! Will continue to go here. I’ve gotten facials and haircuts and the students do a great job and are very polite. Their instructor is also very helpful. Mia was fanatic and knowledgeable

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11/2/2025 via Google
11/2/2025
via Google

TSPA has become my regular haircut spot! I’ve always gotten compliments on the cuts I’ve gotten here - some friends have even commented that I got a better cut than some they’ve paid $100+ for in expensive salons! Just this week I got my hair cut by Kimberly, who was so kind and detail oriented. Having her teacher around, I also got the benefit of learning a bit more about my hair and some blow drying techniques! I’ll definitely be back!

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10/29/2025 via Google
10/29/2025
via Google

Went here for my basic and master program. I would love to thank TSPA for everything. Patrick. Whitney. The lovely instructors. (Special shout out to Ms. Cori in the Master program!) TSPA is the BEST school in DC. The journey towards licensing is different for EVERYONE. But one thing for sure, it is a safe space for all to learn, no matter who you are or what your skill level is. I could never thank this school more for the change this will make in my life and career. I highly recommend TSPA!

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Editor's Description

Located in Washington, D.C., The Salon Professional Academy is highly recognized for excellence in education by industry leaders like Redken. On their website, Vera says, "I chose TSPA DC as my Cosmetology program because I loved the atmosphere in the school."

The cosmetology program has in-demand courses taught by talented educators. As a 1,500-hour program, it takes 47 weeks of full-time or 67 weeks of part-time study.

You can also sign up for the 600-hour esthetics program, which takes about 19 weeks of full-time or 33 weeks of part-time study. You'll learn modern makeup application techniques, along with business and marketing skills.

The instructor program helps you shape the skills you need to educate the next generation of beauty students. It takes 1,000 hours or 25 weeks to complete.

TSPA offers excellent financial aid and scholarship opportunities to cut back on your tuition cost. Graduates are sometimes featured on their blog as well.

Programs

The Salon Professional Academy - Washington offers the following programs:

Cosmetology / Esthetics / Teacher Training

Cosmetology

Program Length 1,500 hours
Average Completion 12 months
Program Tuition $20,000

Esthetics

Program Length 600 hours
Average Completion 5 months
Program Tuition $11,000

Master Esthetics

Program Length 600 hours
Average Completion 5 months
Program Tuition $12,000

Nail Technology

Program Length 350 hours
Average Completion 3 months
Program Tuition $5,000

Beauty Instructor

Program Length 1,000 hours
Average Completion 6 months
Program Tuition $4,000

About This School

Accreditation or State Approval

National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS)

One or more programs offered at this school is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accredited programs qualify graduates for applicable state licensing. In addition, accredited schools typically can offer more financial aid options, including federal financial aid. Learn more about accreditation and approval.

Admissions

To apply to this school, there is a $100 application fee.

Financial Aid

16% of students received financial aid

On average, students received $4279 in financial aid.

Student Body

Gender Ratio

96% Female, 4% Male

Race / Ethnicity Ratio

3% White, 10% Hispanic / Latino, 80% African American, 0% Asian American, 0% American Indian, 0% Hawaiian / Pacific, 0% Two or More, 6% Unknown

29 students are enrolled in this school

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Page last updated: 01/25/2025

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