Frequently Asked Questions

  • The student-to-faculty ratio is 5:1. Campus-based classes average 5 students; 9 online.

    Numbers are based on the Fall 2023 term.

  • IDEA has agreements with hotels in the area. Contact us today for the list of hotels.

  • The campus is open:

    Mon, Wed, Thu: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

    Tue: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    Fri, Sat: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Sun: Closed

  • Payment Plans are Available
    (Due dates for Payment Plans are listed below):

    600 Hour Tuition: $16,000

    • Enrollment Fee: $3,000
      Before Access to Self-Directed Online Training

    • 1st Installment Due: $2,600
      Before Instructor-Led Virtual Classes Begin

    • 2nd Installment Due: $2,600
      When Student reaches 60 hours of Practical Training

    • 3rd Installment Due: $2,600
      When Student reaches 120 hours of Practical Training

    • 4th Installment Due: $2,600
      When Student reaches 180 hours of Practical Training

    • 5th Installment Due: $2,600
      When Student reaches 240 hours of Practical Training

    320 Hour Tuition: $9,100

    • Enrollment Fee: $3,000
      Before Access to Self-Directed Online Training

    • 1st Installment Due: $2,034
      Before Instructor-Led Virtual Classes Begin

    • 2nd Installment Due: $2,033
      When Student reaches 45 hours of Practical Training

    • 3rd Installment Due: $2,033
      When Student reaches 90 hours of Practical Training

    200 Hour Tuition: $5,700

    • Enrollment Fee: $2,750
      Before Access to Self-Directed Online Training

    • 1st Installment Due: $1,475
      When Student reaches 30 hours of Practical Training

    • 2nd Installment Due: $1,475
      When Student reaches 60 hours of Practical Training

  • Review our Enrollment Itinerary and follow the steps online.

  • Email us at info@welcometoidea.com to submit your change in schedule. Schedule changes are reviewed by your Student Advisor, who will send any requests to the Office of Directors for approval. Schedule changes are not guaranteed.

  • We will evaluate your prior college transcript(s) with your enrollment application for admission into the program. If you do not have College Credits, a transcript of your High School Diploma is required.

    Since this is a trade school, no previous courses can transfer into our program. Your schedule and admission will be finalized once the transcripts above are received.