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Blue Cliff College-Metairie
Metairie, Louisiana · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 3200 Cleary Ave, Metairie, LA 70002 · Phone: 50445631412225 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Blue Cliff College-Metairie is a private for-profit trade school in Metairie, Louisiana offering esthetician, medical assistant, and cosmetology programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Blue Cliff College-Metairie has a 56.5% completion rate, near the Louisiana state average of 59.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $22,177 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Blue Cliff College-Metairie's annual cost of attendance is $28,226, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 75.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $20,340 | $36,890 | $47,880 |
| Medical assistants | $28,970 | $36,320 | $38,550 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,590 | $26,030 | $29,530 |
| Dental assistants | $31,050 | $44,090 | $46,630 |
| Massage therapists | $18,080 | $36,480 | $48,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (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 | 125 | $14,991 | $14,475 | $9,855 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 108 | $18,251 | $17,109 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $14,991 | $14,475 | $9,855 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 22 | $18,550 | $20,771 | $11,935 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $19,214 | $14,692 | $7,885 |
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-Metairie is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Metairie, Louisiana. 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 offers five program families, with the most-completed trade programs being esthetician schools, medical assistant programs, and cosmetology schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 56.5%, which is near the Louisiana state average of 59.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,177. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $28,226, and 75.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on training in personal care and healthcare-support fields such as esthetics, medical assisting, and cosmetology, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including adult career changers, should independently verify accreditation status and outcome data through the school's accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures such as job placement are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Blue Cliff College-Metairie offers five program families, with the top programs being esthetician schools, medical assistant programs, and cosmetology schools.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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 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 56.5%, which is near the Louisiana state average of 59.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,177.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $28,226.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Blue Cliff College-Metairie is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the types of federal oversight applied compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?434821.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data, but the program families listed—such as esthetics, medical assisting, and cosmetology—are typically shorter, hands-on fields; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Blue Cliff College-Metairie by phone at 50445631412225 or through its website at https://www.bluecliffcollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative placement or ranking data against nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion and earnings figures across schools.
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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.