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Albany Beauty Academy
Albany, Georgia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2231 Dawson Road, Suites I & J, Albany, GA 31707 · Phone: (229) 496-1640 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Feb 2025 · Other · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Mar 2026 · Accreditation Reaffirmed: Probation Removed. 3 sanction actions in the window.
Albany Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Albany, GA offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, and median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are also not reported, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Albany Beauty Academy is $15,263, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 43.5 percent of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,310 | $34,560 | $48,730 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (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 | 2 | not reported | 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
Albany Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Albany, Georgia. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by students who qualify. The school awards programs primarily in cosmetology, with its top program listed as cosmetology schools, which accounted for 2 completers in the most recent reporting period out of an undergraduate enrollment of 18.
Federal Scorecard data shows the state average completion rate for similar programs in Georgia is 49.7 percent, but this campus's own completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are also not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,263, and 43.5 percent of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This small campus, located in a small city setting, appears geared toward students seeking a focused, single-program path into cosmetology rather than a multi-program associate-degree environment. Because several outcome figures are not reported for this campus in federal data, prospective students—including career changers—should verify current completion, debt, and earnings data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and confirm accreditation status and program details directly with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Albany Beauty Academy offers cosmetology programs, listed as its top program area with 2 completers reported.
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 who qualify 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 campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data; the state average completion rate for comparable programs in Georgia is 49.7 percent.
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 (229) 496-1640 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $15,263, as reported in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Albany Beauty Academy 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 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 outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single-program focus in cosmetology may suit those seeking a targeted trade path, but specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Georgia's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Albany Beauty Academy at (229) 496-1640 or visit https://www.albanybeautyacademy.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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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.