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Barber School of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1201 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15216 · Phone: (412) 458-6035 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Barber School of Pittsburgh is a private for-profit trade school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania offering barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 64.5% completion rate, near the state average of 66.2%, with graduates carrying a median debt of $13,583. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Barber School of Pittsburgh is $22,320, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. About 58.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $30,410 | $36,920 | $39,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 76 | $14,655 | not reported | $13,583 |
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
Barber School of Pittsburgh is a private for-profit trade school located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 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 focuses on a single program family, barber schools, which accounts for its 76 program completers and its full undergraduate enrollment of 86 students.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 64.5%, which is near the state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,583. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,320, and 58.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Because this campus offers a single, focused barbering program rather than multiple degree tracks, it may suit students seeking a direct, hands-on path into a licensed trade rather than a multi-year associate degree. The large-city locale and program structure may also appeal to adult learners or career changers looking for a concentrated training track, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Barber School of Pittsburgh offers one program family, barber schools, with 76 program completers 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, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 64.5%, which is near the state average of 66.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,583 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (412) 458-6035 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,320.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Barber School of Pittsburgh is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional incentives 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 at (412) 458-6035 or via https://bsp.edu/ for details.
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 federal outcome data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483054.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a single, focused barbering program in a large-city setting, which may suit those seeking a direct trade path, though specific fit details for career changers are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Barber School of Pittsburgh at (412) 458-6035 or visit https://bsp.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby barber schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for similar institutions in the area.
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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.