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American Beauty School
Bronx, New York · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1380 Metropolitan Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462 · Phone: (718) 931-7400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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American Beauty School is a private for-profit trade school in Bronx, NY offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
American Beauty School has a 50.0% completion rate, below the New York state average of 64.0%, with median graduate debt of $3,500 and median earnings of $21,111 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at American Beauty School is $20,087, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 48.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $33,960 | $35,760 | $58,320 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $32,240 | $34,660 | $34,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | 53 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 38 | 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
American Beauty School is a private for-profit trade campus in Bronx, New York, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). The school's two program families are cosmetology and nail technician training, with cosmetology programs (53 completers) and nail technician programs (38 completers) making up its most awarded credentials.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.0%, below the New York state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $3,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,111. The annual cost of attendance is $20,087, and 48.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. No other outcome figures beyond these are reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in cosmetology or nail technology rather than a multi-year associate degree path; the data does not specify program length, so career-changers should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling. Any details not covered here, such as class schedules or specific licensing requirements, are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed with the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
American Beauty School offers cosmetology programs (53 completers) and nail technician programs (38 completers), its only two program families 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, and 48.6% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.0%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $3,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,111, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,087.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
American Beauty School is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition costs, accreditation type, and financial aid outcomes compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (718) 931-7400 or visit its website to confirm.
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 outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?189477.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so this fit cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly to discuss options for adult learners.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the New York State licensing board or contact the school for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach American Beauty School at (718) 931-7400 or through its website, https://www.americanbeautyschool.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across schools.
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.