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Arkansas Beauty College
Russellville, Arkansas · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 109 N Commerce St, Russellville, AR 72801 · Phone: (479) 968-3075 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Arkansas Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school in Russellville, AR offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Arkansas Beauty College has a 50.0% completion rate, below the state average of 57.3%, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $16,857, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Arkansas Beauty College is $14,367, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 56.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,920 | $28,830 | $33,730 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $23,930 | $27,690 | $28,200 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arkansas (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 | 8 | $11,476 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $11,476 | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $11,476 | 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
Arkansas Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school located in Russellville, Arkansas, a remote town setting. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and it participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus offers programs in cosmetology and nail technology, with cosmetology schools (9 completers) and nail technician schools (4 completers) representing the top program areas.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.0%, which is below the state average of 57.3% for similar programs. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,857. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $14,367. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 56.4% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students are served here.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in cosmetology or nail technology rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Adults considering a career change should verify current program offerings, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review additional outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Arkansas Beauty College offers cosmetology schools and nail technician schools, with cosmetology as the largest program by completers (9), followed by nail technician training (4 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), 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 can use FAFSA, federal loans, and 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 Arkansas state average of 57.3% for similar programs.
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 (479) 968-3075 or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,857 for students who attended this campus.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $14,367.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Arkansas Beauty College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs, financial aid options, and institutional priorities 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 directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through ACCSC and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?106324.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's cosmetology and nail technician programs may suit those seeking hands-on training, but specific scheduling or program-length details for career changers are not reported in this data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and nail technician careers vary by state and are not detailed in this data; contact the school or the Arkansas licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Arkansas Beauty College by phone at (479) 968-3075 or visit their website at https://www.arkansasbeautycollege.us/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology or nail technician schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across schools.
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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.