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Baldwin Beauty School-North Austin
Austin, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 8440 Burnet Rd., Ste 140, Austin, TX 78757 · Phone: (512) 458-4127 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Baldwin Beauty School-North Austin is a private for-profit trade school in Austin, Texas offering nail technician, esthetician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 70.4% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,980 and median earnings of $24,801 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Baldwin Beauty School-North Austin is $20,922, federal financial aid can be used since it participates in Title IV, and 68.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $18,950 | $34,040 | $38,900 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 41 | $21,018 | $22,034 | $7,353 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $21,018 | $22,034 | $7,353 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $21,018 | $22,034 | $7,353 |
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
Baldwin Beauty School-North Austin is a private for-profit trade school located in Austin, Texas. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus offers three program families: nail technician schools, esthetician schools, and cosmetology schools, with nail technician programs enrolling the most students, followed by esthetician and cosmetology programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.4%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,980, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,801. The annual cost of attendance is $20,922, and 68.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on beauty-industry training rather than multi-year associate degrees, given its focus on nail technician, esthetician, and cosmetology programs. Career changers should confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school, since these details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the NACCAS accreditor listing and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Baldwin Beauty School-North Austin offers nail technician, esthetician, and cosmetology programs. Nail technician programs have the highest enrollment among the three.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for attendance.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.4%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates have a median debt of $6,980, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,801.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,922.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which means it is operated for financial return to owners rather than by a public or non-profit entity; students should weigh cost and outcomes accordingly.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (512) 458-4127 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused programs in nail technology, esthetics, and cosmetology, which are typically shorter than degree programs, but specific scheduling and pacing details are not reported in federal data, so contacting the school directly is recommended.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school or check Texas state licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Baldwin Beauty School-North Austin at (512) 458-4127 or through its website, https://baldwinbeautyschools.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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.