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Advanced College of Cosmetology
Waupun, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 25 West Main Street, Waupun, WI 53963 · Phone: (920) 324-3427 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Advanced College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Waupun, Wisconsin, offering cosmetology programs and accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Advanced College of Cosmetology has an 87.5% completion rate, above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%; median debt and earnings figures are not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Advanced College of Cosmetology is $16,840, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants is accepted, and 42.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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, 1–2 years | 15 | $20,981 | not reported | $11,110 |
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 College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Waupun, Wisconsin, a distant town setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards a single program family, cosmetology schools, with 15 recent completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 24.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 87.5%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $16,840, and 42.5% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school suits students seeking a focused, single-track cosmetology program rather than a broad menu of trades. Because program length details are not specified in the data provided, prospective students—including adult career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and program duration. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard listing for this campus, and confirm accreditor standing directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Always cross-reference published figures with the school before enrolling, since some data points such as debt and earnings are not currently reported.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Advanced College of Cosmetology offers one program family, cosmetology schools, with 15 recent completers reported. It does not appear to offer other trade program families in the data provided.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 87.5%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
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 at (920) 324-3427 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. You can check the College Scorecard link for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $16,840.
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 eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly at (920) 324-3427 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461786.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats, so this cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about options for adult learners.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school at (920) 324-3427 for details on cosmetology licensing in Wisconsin.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Advanced College of Cosmetology at (920) 324-3427 or through its website, https://www.accsuccess.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and other 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.