Independent directory · Data sourced from public records
CareerSchoolFinderVerified school data
Search schools and programs
Private, for-profit Accredited

Sierra Academy of Style

Sierra Academy of Style is a privately owned cosmetology school located in Carson City, Nevada, operating from a single campus of more than 17,000 square feet that includes a salon classroom, day spa area, nail technology classroom, and dispensary. The school offers clock-hour programs in Cosmetology, Hair Design, Esthetician, Advanced Esthetician, Nail Technology, and Provisional Instructor, all structured to meet the curriculum standards of the Nevada State Board of Cosmetology. Instruction is delivered on campus through classroom theory and clinic floor practicum, and the school participates in federal student financial aid.

Accreditation

  • National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS)

    institutional · Recognized by U.S. Department of Education

    School-reported accredited; catalog identifies NACCAS as the institution's accrediting agency. NOT independently confirmed in NACCAS's own public directory during this session.
    Verified August 30, 2026Verify on accreditor site

State approval

  • NV

    Nevada State Board of Cosmetology

    Approved to operate as a postsecondary institution in the State of Nevada
    Verify with state agency

Programs offered

ProgramCredentialLengthModalityTuitionTotal costCompletionPlacementLicensureSource
CosmetologyDiploma1,600 clock hours; 47 weeks full-time, 54 weeks part-timeIn person$18,600$22,540———View
EstheticianDiploma600 clock hours; 18 weeks full-time, 20 weeks part-timeIn person$11,600$13,705———View
EstheticianDiploma900 clock hours; 27 weeks full-time, 30 weeks part-timeIn person$17,900$21,705———View

Data sources

Frequently asked questions

Is Sierra Academy of Style accredited?
Yes — Sierra Academy of Style is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Verify directly on the accreditor's website.
Where is Sierra Academy of Style located?
Sierra Academy of Style's main campus is at 1851 South Roop Street #100, Carson City, NV, 89701.
What programs does Sierra Academy of Style offer?
Sierra Academy of Style offers 3 programs including Cosmetology, Esthetician, Esthetician.

Cost breakdown by program

Tuition, fees, and books/supplies as published by the school.

Cosmetology

Cost breakdown

Tuition
$18,600
Fees
$1,100
Books & supplies
$2,840
Total program cost
$22,540

Esthetician

Cost breakdown

Tuition
$11,600
Fees
$900
Books & supplies
$1,205
Total program cost
$13,705

Esthetician

Cost breakdown

Tuition
$17,900
Fees
$1,300
Books & supplies
$2,505
Total program cost
$21,705

Questions to ask before enrolling

Bring this checklist to every information session, campus tour, or admissions phone call.

Is the program institutionally accredited, or only state-approved?
These are different things. State approval lets the school operate; accreditation by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education is what lets you use federal financial aid and is required for many professional licensure paths.
What is the total cost, including all fees, books, supplies, and exam fees?
Tuition is rarely the full price. Ask for a written total program cost disclosure that itemizes tuition, registration, technology, lab, and book/supply fees, plus any required certification or licensing exam fees.
How long is the program in clock hours, not just weeks?
Two programs both labeled "36 weeks" can deliver very different amounts of training. Ask for the total clock hours (or credit hours) and the weekly schedule (full-time, part-time, evenings, weekends).
What are the most recent completion and job placement rates?
Ask for the year, the methodology, and the underlying numbers — not just a percentage. A reputable school will share its annual performance fact sheet or gainful-employment disclosure.
Is there a licensure or certification exam? What is the most recent pass rate?
For healthcare, beauty, and many trades programs, a state or national exam is required to work in the field. Ask for the school's most recent first-time pass rate.
What is the refund policy if I withdraw?
Refund schedules vary widely. Ask to see the written enrollment agreement and the state-mandated cancellation/refund schedule before signing anything.

Where this data comes from

Every figure on CareerSchoolFinder is compiled from public records, accreditor directories, or the school's own published disclosures. We never accept payment from schools to be listed, and we don't sell prospective-student information.

  • Public filings

    State regulator records (e.g., California BPPE, Maryland Board of Cosmetologists), federal College Navigator (NCES), and IPEDS data submitted by the institution.

  • Accreditor directories

    Active-status verifications come directly from the accrediting agency's public directory (ACCSC, ABHES, COE, ACCET, NACCAS, COMTA, and others recognized by the U.S. Department of Education).

  • School disclosures

    Tuition, fees, program length, and outcomes (completion, placement, licensure pass rate) come from the school's published catalog, performance fact sheets, and gainful-employment disclosures.

Data changes between catalog years. Always confirm directly with the school and the relevant state regulator before enrolling. College Navigator

See something inaccurate? Report it. We update listings within 5 business days.