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Arizona Academy of Beauty
Tucson, Arizona · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5631 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85712 · Phone: (520) 885-4120 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Arizona Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit trade school in Tucson, Arizona, offering nail technician and cosmetology programs.
Federal outcome data such as completion rate, debt, and earnings is not reported for this campus; the state average completion rate for similar programs in Arizona is 64.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Arizona Academy of Beauty; contact the school for current tuition. The campus does participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants may be usable, though the share of Pell recipients is not reported.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $30,800 | $35,290 | $36,650 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,050 | $36,810 | $45,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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, 300–899 hours | 13 | $14,080 | $16,580 | $4,535 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $14,080 | $16,580 | $4,535 |
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
Arizona Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit trade school located in Tucson, Arizona, in a large city setting. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may be eligible to use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants. Its accreditation status was not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database, so applicants should confirm current accreditation directly with the school. The campus's most-awarded programs are nail technician training (13 completers) and cosmetology (3 completers), reflecting a focus on personal-care trade credentials.
Federal completion, debt, and earnings figures specific to this campus are not reported for this campus in federal data. The only comparison figure available is the state average completion rate for similar programs in Arizona, which is 64.4 percent; how this campus's own completion rate compares to that average is not reported. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the small completer counts in short-format nail technician and cosmetology programs, this campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though program length itself is not reported here. Adult career-changers considering this school should independently verify accreditation status, confirm current licensing requirements with Arizona's state board, and review any available outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is the most reliable way to get current tuition, schedule, and program-length information not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Arizona Academy of Beauty offers nail technician training (13 completers) and cosmetology (3 completers), across two program families in personal-care trades.
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 (520) 885-4120 or visit its website to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can generally be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's specific completion rate is not reported in federal data. The state average completion rate for similar programs in Arizona is 64.4 percent, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
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 or contact the school directly.
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 at (520) 885-4120 or via its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Arizona Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, aid eligibility rules, and accreditation oversight compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?103954, or contact the school directly at (520) 885-4120 or https://www.arizonaacademy.com/.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused nail technician and cosmetology programs, which may suit those seeking shorter, trade-specific training, though program length and schedule details are not reported here. Contact the school to discuss fit for career-changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for nail technicians and cosmetologists are set by Arizona's state licensing board and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or the state board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Arizona Academy of Beauty by phone at (520) 885-4120 or through its website at https://www.arizonaacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide a direct comparison of this campus to other nearby schools; consult the College Scorecard link to look up other institutions in Tucson or Arizona offering similar programs.
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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.