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Blue Cliff College-Gulfport
Gulfport, Mississippi · Private for-profit career college
Address: 12251 Bernard Pkwy, Gulfport, MS 39503 · Phone: 22889697270000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is a private for-profit trade school in Gulfport, Mississippi, offering esthetician, medical assistant, and cosmetology programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Blue Cliff College-Gulfport has a 70.0% completion rate versus a 59.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $22,177 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is $19,883, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 66.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $20,960 | $41,160 | $80,100 |
| Medical assistants | $29,210 | $35,360 | $38,190 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,370 | $27,560 | $39,810 |
| Massage therapists | $28,820 | $40,490 | $50,900 |
| Dental assistants | $30,650 | $39,160 | $47,450 |
| Medical records specialists | $31,010 | $41,500 | $50,500 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (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 | 75 | $14,991 | $14,475 | $9,855 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $18,251 | $17,109 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | $14,991 | $14,475 | $9,855 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $19,214 | $14,692 | $7,885 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $18,550 | $20,771 | $11,935 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $20,037 | not reported | $15,380 |
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
Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is a private for-profit trade school located in Gulfport, Mississippi. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards credentials across six program families, with its top programs being esthetician training (75 completers), medical assistant programs (40 completers), and cosmetology (25 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.0%, above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,177. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,883, and 66.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus fits students seeking shorter, hands-on training in personal care and healthcare-support trades rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families offered; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers considering esthetician, medical assistant, or cosmetology paths may want to confirm program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, check the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges directly and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus, which provides the source for the completion, debt, and earnings figures cited above.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Blue Cliff College-Gulfport offers six program families, with the most completers in esthetician schools, medical assistant programs, and cosmetology schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), with a current status of 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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.0%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,500, per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,177, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $19,883 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Blue Cliff College-Gulfport is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 the number or website listed to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the school's page.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families offered—esthetician, medical assistant, and cosmetology—are typically shorter, career-focused tracks, though specific fit depends on program length and schedule details not reported here; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing steps for programs like esthetics or cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Blue Cliff College-Gulfport by phone at 228-969-7270 or visit their website at https://bluecliffcollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data; you can review other campuses on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for a side-by-side comparison.
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.