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Academy of Beauty Professionals
Green Bay, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2575 W. Mason Street, Green Bay, WI 54303 · Phone: (920) 857-1081 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Nov 2023 · Other · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Mar 2025 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Probation Removed. 2 sanction actions in the window.
Academy of Beauty Professionals is a private for-profit trade school in Green Bay, Wisconsin, offering nail technician, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 55.6% completion rate, below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $25,117 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 45.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,950 | $36,680 | $45,750 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $46,220 | $59,660 |
| Barbers | $30,530 | $36,540 | $58,190 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 33 | $17,147 | $13,331 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $17,147 | $13,331 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $17,147 | $13,331 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | $17,147 | $13,331 | $9,833 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Academy of Beauty Professionals is a private for-profit trade school located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may be eligible for FAFSA-based aid and Pell Grants. The school offers four program families, with nail technician schools, esthetician schools, and barber schools being the top programs by enrollment, alongside cosmetology training.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 55.6%, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,117. About 45.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on beauty and personal care programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though program lengths themselves are not reported here. Career changers considering a licensure-track program in nail technology, esthetics, or barbering may want to confirm current program length, schedule, and cost directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, prospective students can check the school's accreditor, the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for updated figures.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Academy of Beauty Professionals offers nail technician, esthetician, barber, and cosmetology programs. Nail technician schools, esthetician schools, and barber schools are its top programs by enrollment.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.6%, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $25,117, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (920) 857-1081 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcomes on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?489140.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program lengths or scheduling details needed to assess career-changer fit; contact the school to ask about program pacing and flexibility.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school or Wisconsin's licensing board for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Academy of Beauty Professionals at (920) 857-1081 or through its website, https://www.academyofbeautyprofessionals.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?489140 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.