PCI Academy-Ames
Ames, Iowa · Private, for-profit · 176 undergraduates
Of 2 programs with reported earnings, 1 leave graduates out-earning a typical Iowa high-school graduate (about $37,130/yr) and 1 fall short.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $22,393 |
| $110k and up | $18,673 |
| All families (average) | $20,533 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $36,179 | -$951 | falls short | $6,333 | n/a |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $41,251 | +$4,121 | clears the bar | $5,827 | 1.4 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 34% of students receive Pell grants · 77% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.