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Barber Tech Academy
Orangeburg, South Carolina · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1650 Russell Street, Orangeburg, SC 29115 · Phone: (803) 937-5730 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Barber Tech Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Orangeburg, South Carolina, offering barber school training, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Barber Tech Academy's completion rate is 11.1%, below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Barber Tech Academy's reported annual cost of attendance is $37,517, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used; about 52.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $23,240 | $32,900 | $61,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Carolina (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 | 12 | not reported | 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
Barber Tech Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, in a distant town setting. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in the federal Title IV program, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for training. The campus offers a single program family, barber schools, with 12 recent completers reported and a total undergraduate enrollment of 59.
According to federal data, Barber Tech Academy's completion rate is 11.1%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Median debt for graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The reported annual cost of attendance is $37,517. About 52.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that a substantial portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus offers a single, focused barbering program rather than multiple associate-degree tracks, which may suit students seeking a direct path into licensed barbering work rather than a broader academic credential. Prospective students, including career changers, should independently confirm accreditation status, program length, and licensing requirements by contacting the school directly at (803) 937-5730 or visiting barbertechacademy.com, and by reviewing the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Barber Tech Academy offers one program family, barber schools, with 12 reported completers in that program.
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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 11.1%, which is below the South Carolina state average of 52.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (803) 937-5730 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
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?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $37,517.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Barber Tech Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (803) 937-5730 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard link for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a single, focused barbering program, which may suit those seeking direct entry into licensed barbering work, though career-changer fit specifics are not detailed in the data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not specified in the data provided; contact the school or check South Carolina's cosmetology/barbering board for current licensing requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Barber Tech Academy by phone at (803) 937-5730 or through its website, https://www.barbertechacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby barber schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to review other institutions 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.