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Artistic Nails and Beauty Academy-Tampa
Tampa, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 4951-A Adamo Drive Ste 120, Tampa, FL 33605 · Phone: (813) 654-4529 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Artistic Nails and Beauty Academy-Tampa is a private for-profit trade school in Tampa, Florida, offering cosmetology, nail technician, and barber programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Artistic Nails and Beauty Academy-Tampa has a 76.6% completion rate versus a 70.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $20,948 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Artistic Nails and Beauty Academy-Tampa is $19,006, and federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs; 54.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 68 | $16,141 | $15,884 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | $16,141 | $15,884 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $16,141 | $15,884 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 25 | $16,141 | $15,884 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $16,141 | $15,884 | $6,333 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | $6,333 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | $6,333 |
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
Artistic Nails and Beauty Academy-Tampa is a private for-profit trade school located in Tampa, Florida. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The school offers seven program tracks across cosmetology, nail technology, barbering, esthetics, and massage therapy, with its most-completed programs being cosmetology schools, nail technician schools, and barber schools.
Federal data show a completion rate of 76.6%, which is above the state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $20,948. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,006, and 54.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training in beauty and personal-care trades rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers should confirm scheduling and program duration directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review outcome data independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers seven programs across cosmetology, nail technology, barbering, esthetics, and massage therapy. The most-completed programs are cosmetology schools, nail technician schools, and barber schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, 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 may use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.6%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $6,333, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $20,948, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $19,006.
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 pricing, ownership structure, and financial aid terms compared with public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (813) 654-4529 or via https://www.artistic.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?378886.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Career-changer fit is not explicitly reported in federal data; however, the school's focus on trade-specific programs like cosmetology and barbering suggests a career-training setting, so applicants should confirm schedule and format directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; prospective students should contact the school or Florida's licensing board for cosmetology, barbering, or related trades.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (813) 654-4529 or visit https://www.artistic.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?378886 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.