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Beaver Beauty Academy
Decatur, Georgia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1999 Candler Road, Decatur, GA 30032 · Phone: (678) 705-8058 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Beaver Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Decatur, Georgia, offering barber, cosmetology, and esthetician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Beaver Beauty Academy has a 53.8% completion rate, near the Georgia state average of 49.7%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Beaver Beauty Academy is reported at $16,227, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with about 96.9% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $27,950 | $30,750 | $60,150 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,310 | $34,560 | $48,730 |
| Skincare specialists | $32,670 | $48,660 | $51,510 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,390 | $26,910 | $36,130 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (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 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | 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
Beaver Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Decatur, Georgia, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for training. Its most-awarded programs are barber schools, cosmetology schools, and esthetician schools, with additional offerings in nail technology.
Federal data show a completion rate of 53.8%, which is near the Georgia state average of 49.7% for similar programs. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $16,227. About 96.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body is largely low-income. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With 47 undergraduate students and 40 trade completers reported, this is a small, program-focused campus centered on cosmetology-field trades rather than broader academic study. The concentration in barbering, cosmetology, and esthetics suggests a fit for students seeking hands-on, licensure-track training rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not stated here. Prospective students, including career changers, should confirm current schedules, tuition details, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone or website, and can verify accreditation status and outcomes data independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Beaver Beauty Academy offers barber schools, cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and nail tech schools. Its top programs by enrollment are barber schools, cosmetology schools, and esthetician schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.8%, which is near the Georgia state average of 49.7% 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 (678) 705-8058 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. You can check the College Scorecard for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $16,227.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Beaver Beauty Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid eligibility, and institutional ownership structure compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly at (678) 705-8058 or visit bba.edu for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link provided (collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?498775).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on barbering, cosmetology, and esthetics programs suggests a fit for students seeking hands-on licensure training, though specific schedule or format details for adult learners are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements are not detailed in the available data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing requirements tied to its cosmetology, barbering, and esthetics programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Beaver Beauty Academy at (678) 705-8058 or through its website at https://bba.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across similar programs 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.