School Highlights
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake serves 22 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 30:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 32%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Acceptance Rate: 83%
- Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
- Minority enrollment: 79%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Less than 2 years (below associate)
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
3 staff
18 staff
Number of Programs Offered
2
3
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake has grown by 83% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake diversity score of 0.59 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 256% over five years.
Total Enrollment
22 students
176 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
30:1
# Full-Time Students
22 students
165 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
22 students
176 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
22 students
165 students
% Asian
5%
3%
% Hispanic
4%
9%
% Black
12%
7%
% White
21%
68%
% Hawaiian
59%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.59
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
100%
55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$17,000
$33,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,748
$10,957
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,250
$5,108
Acceptance Rate
83%
48%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Holly Wayt, Owner of Victorian Aveda Concept Salon, graduated from Storm Lake campus. -
- Tyra Schultes, Owner/Stylist of Salon on Sixth -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake?
The acceptance rate of Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake is 83%, which is higher than the state average of 48%.
Who are famous alumni from Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake?
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake famous alumni include: Holly Wayt, Owner of Victorian Aveda Concept Salon, graduated from Storm Lake campus. and Tyra Schultes, Owner/Stylist of Salon on Sixth.
What is Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake's ranking?
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake is Iowa Lakes Community College (14.0 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Iowa Lakes Community College
Public
19 S 7th St
Estherville, IA 51334
(712) 362-2601
Estherville, IA 51334
(712) 362-2601
14.0 miles
Enrollment: 1,945 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 In-state tuition: $5,516 Out-state tuition: $5,868 Minority enrollment: 30%
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Private for-profit
1428 N McMillan St
Worthington, MN 56187
(507) 372-2344
Worthington, MN 56187
(507) 372-2344
28.5 miles
Enrollment: 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
603 W Park St
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
Sheldon, IA 51201
(712) 324-5061
40.9 miles
Enrollment: 1,907 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 In-state tuition: $5,460 Out-state tuition: $5,850 Minority enrollment: 21%
Waldorf University
Private for-profit
106 S Sixth St
Forest City, IA 50436
(641) 585-2450
Forest City, IA 50436
(641) 585-2450
72.3 miles
Enrollment: 2,225 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Acceptance rate: 77% Private-state tuition: $20,316 Minority enrollment: 44%
South Central College
Public
1920 Lee Blvd
North Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 389-7200
North Mankato, MN 56003
(507) 389-7200
74.4 miles
Enrollment: 2,731 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 In-state tuition: $5,378 Out-state tuition: $5,378 Minority enrollment: 31%
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