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American Beauty Academy-West Valley Campus
West Valley City, Utah · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 3695 S Redwood Rd Ste #9, West Valley City, UT 84119 · Phone: (801) 281-6708 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jul 2026 · Other · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Jul 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation. 5 sanction actions in the window.
American Beauty Academy-West Valley Campus is a private for-profit trade school in West Valley City, Utah, offering cosmetology and barber programs.
Federal outcome data such as completion rate comparisons, median graduate debt, and median earnings are not reported for this campus. The state average completion rate for similar programs in Utah is 77.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for American Beauty Academy-West Valley Campus; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this Title IV eligible campus.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,810 | $35,140 | $51,130 |
| Barbers | $23,890 | $25,370 | $26,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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 | 11 | $16,903 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $16,903 | 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
American Beauty Academy-West Valley Campus is a private for-profit trade school located in West Valley City, Utah. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus (Title IV eligible). The school awards credentials primarily in two program families: cosmetology (11 completers) and barber programs (7 completers), for a total of 18 trade completers reported. Accreditation status was not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database for this campus, so prospective students should confirm current accreditation directly with the school.
Federal Scorecard data provides limited outcome figures for this campus. The state average completion rate for similar programs in Utah is 77.4%, but this campus's own completion rate compared to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Based on its program families, this campus offers cosmetology and barber training, fields typically structured as shorter, hands-on certificate programs rather than multi-year associate degrees. This structure may appeal to students seeking a focused entry into a licensed trade, including career changers, though specific program lengths are not stated here. Prospective students should verify accreditation and review any available outcome data directly through the College Scorecard link and by contacting the school at (801) 281-6708 or visiting americanbeautyutah.com.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
American Beauty Academy-West Valley Campus offers cosmetology programs (11 completers) and barber programs (7 completers), totaling 18 trade completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Accreditation status was not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database for this campus. Contact the school directly at (801) 281-6708 or visit americanbeautyutah.com to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for similar programs in Utah is 77.4%, per the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for any 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?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition rates.
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 costs and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (801) 281-6708 for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review federal outcome data for this campus at the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?489247) and confirm accreditation directly with the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The cosmetology and barber program families listed are typically structured as focused, hands-on training rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit career changers, though specific program lengths are not stated in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact American Beauty Academy-West Valley Campus at (801) 281-6708 or visit their website at americanbeautyutah.com for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard for other program listings in the area.
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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.