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Academy of Hair Design-Jackson
Jackson, Mississippi · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5420 I-55 Frontage Rd N, Jackson, MS 39211 · Phone: (601) 372-9800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jun 2025 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Academy of Hair Design-Jackson is a private for-profit trade school in Jackson, Mississippi offering barber school programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Academy of Hair Design-Jackson has a completion rate of 77.8%, above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%, with median graduate debt of $6,786 and median earnings of $22,284 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Academy of Hair Design-Jackson is $22,800, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 85.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $26,290 | $38,480 | $38,760 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (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, 1–2 years | 33 | $13,613 | $13,290 | $6,500 |
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 Hair Design-Jackson is a private for-profit trade school located in Jackson, Mississippi. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and other federal financial aid to help pay for their education. The school's program offerings are focused entirely on barber training, with barber schools listed as its top program, accounting for 33 completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 77.8%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates of this school carry a median debt of $6,786, and the median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,284. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,800, and 85.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population relying on aid to attend.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 71 students in a midsize city locale, offers a single, focused program in barbering. Given the concentrated program offering and above-average completion rate, this type of school may suit students seeking direct entry into a specific trade rather than broader academic study; however, whether it fits an adult career-changer specifically is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Academy of Hair Design-Jackson offers barber school programs, with 33 completers reported in this program family. This is the only program family listed for this campus.
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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for 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 77.8%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $6,786.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,284.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,800.
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 pricing and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported outcomes.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in the data provided; contact the school directly at (601) 372-9800 or visit its website for details.
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 outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?374316.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Whether this school specifically suits career-changing adults is not reported in federal data; the single focused barber program may appeal to those seeking direct trade entry, but applicants should confirm scheduling and format with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing a barber program are not reported in this data; contact the school or Mississippi's licensing board to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Academy of Hair Design-Jackson at (601) 372-9800 or visit https://mississippibarberacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby barber schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?374316 to compare outcomes 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.