School Highlights
Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake serves 15 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 32%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Acceptance Rate: 83%
- Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- 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
School Resources
School Overview
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
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
274 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake has grown by 15% over five years.
The Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake diversity score of 0.36 is less than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
15 students
2,140 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
15 students
148 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,992 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
333 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
15 students
148 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,075 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% Asian
7%
3%
% Hispanic
n/a
9%
% Black
15%
7%
% White
n/a
68%
% Hawaiian
78%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
8%
Diversity Score
0.36
0.52
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
67%
51%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$17,000
$33,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,748
$10,957
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,250
$5,108
Acceptance Rate
83%
48%
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (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 Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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The nearest community college to Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake is Iowa Lakes Community College (14.0 miles away)
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