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Academy of Hair Design-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5191 W. Charleston Blvd. #150, Las Vegas, NV 89146 · Phone: 702878118521 · 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-Las Vegas is a private for-profit trade school in Las Vegas, NV offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Academy of Hair Design-Las Vegas has an 85.1% completion rate, above the Nevada state average of 70.4%, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $24,391 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Academy of Hair Design-Las Vegas is $22,381; federal financial aid can be used here, and 64.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,160 | $33,840 | $37,560 |
| Skincare specialists | $28,070 | $38,660 | $47,830 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $30,000 | $41,880 | $59,990 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Nevada (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 | 62 | $14,925 | not reported | $8,050 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 55 | $14,925 | not reported | $8,050 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 46 | $14,925 | not reported | $8,050 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | $14,925 | not reported | $8,050 |
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-Las Vegas is a private for-profit trade school located in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus's most-awarded programs are cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and nail technician schools, reflecting its focus on personal-care trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 85.1%, which is above the Nevada state average of 70.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,391. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,381, and 64.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking hands-on, career-focused training in cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology rather than a traditional academic degree path; the mix of program families and enrollment size suggests it serves both recent high school graduates and adults changing careers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard and confirm program details, schedules, and licensing requirements with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, with cosmetology being the largest with 74 completers. In total, 4 program families are represented at this location.
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 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 85.1%, which is above the Nevada state average of 70.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $6,333, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,391.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,381.
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, ownership structure, and how financial aid and outcomes are reported compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific 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 review official outcome data and accreditation status through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?181880.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter, hands-on trade programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology may suit career changers, though specific scheduling or program-length details are not reported in federal data; contact the school for this information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Academy of Hair Design-Las Vegas by phone at 702-878-1185 or visit their website at https://www.ahdvegas.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to compare completion and earnings figures across institutions.
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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.