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Advanced Barber College and Hair Design
Weslaco, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2818 S International, Weslaco, TX 78596 · Phone: (956) 969-0341 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advanced Barber College and Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Weslaco, TX offering barber school programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this school's completion rate is 60.2%, near the Texas state average of 63.5%, with median graduate earnings of $18,519 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Advanced Barber College and Hair Design is $44,517, and the school participates in federal financial aid programs. About 77.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 93 | $13,463 | not reported | not reported |
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
Advanced Barber College and Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school located in Weslaco, Texas, a large suburb. The school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover tuition. The campus offers a single program family, barber schools, which accounts for all 93 recent program completions recorded in federal data.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 60.2%, which is near the Texas state average of 63.5%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $18,519. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $44,517. About 77.2% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income students.
This campus fits students seeking a focused, single-track program in barbering rather than a broad associate-degree pathway; the high Pell percentage suggests the program serves many students who rely on financial aid. Career changers considering enrollment should verify current program length, licensing requirements, and outcomes directly with the school by phone or website, and can independently confirm accreditation status and Scorecard data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advanced Barber College and Hair Design offers one program family, barber schools, with 93 recent completions recorded in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 60.2%, which is near the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $18,519 according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $44,517.
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 levels and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm the barber program's duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?437608.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single focused barber program may suit those seeking a specific trade credential, but program length and schedule details are not reported here, so contact the school to confirm fit for a career-changer's schedule.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for barbers are set by the state and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Advanced Barber College and Hair Design at (956) 969-0341 or through its website at https://abcrgv.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not include direct comparisons with other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard to look up other barber programs in the area.
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.