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Bonnie Joseph Academy of Cosmetology & Barbering
Heber City, Utah · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 55 East center Street, STE 120, Heber City, UT 84032 · Phone: (435) 654-9800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Bonnie Joseph Academy of Cosmetology & Barbering is a private for-profit trade school in Heber City, Utah, offering cosmetology, nail technician, and esthetician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Completion rate and comparison to Utah's 77.4% state average, along with median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry, are not reported for this campus per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Bonnie Joseph Academy; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and about 40.5% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,810 | $35,140 | $51,130 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,410 | $28,820 | $38,940 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,810 | $45,490 | $58,090 |
| Barbers | $23,890 | $25,370 | $26,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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 | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | 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
Bonnie Joseph Academy of Cosmetology & Barbering is a private for-profit trade school located in Heber City, Utah, a distant town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in federal Title IV student aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for training. The school's most-awarded programs are cosmetology (7 completers), nail technician training (5 completers), and esthetician training (2 completers), reflecting its focus areas of cosmetology, nail technology, esthetics, and barbering.
Federal data shows the school enrolled 20 undergraduate students with 15 trade program completers reported. The state average completion rate for comparable programs in Utah is 77.4%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. About 40.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This type of campus generally suits students seeking focused, hands-on training in personal care trades such as cosmetology, nail technology, esthetics, or barbering rather than a multi-year academic degree, though specific program lengths are not stated here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students, including adult career-changers, should contact the school directly at (435) 654-9800 or visit its website to confirm program length, schedule, and current tuition. Accreditation and any additional federal outcome data can be verified through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The academy's top programs are cosmetology, nail technician training, and esthetician training, within its broader program families of cosmetology, nail tech, esthetician, and barber schools.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal student aid, so FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants can be used. About 40.5% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate in Utah is 77.4%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
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 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?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid options, and accreditation requirements compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (435) 654-9800 or visit its website to confirm schedules.
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 the College Scorecard link, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?481456.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology, nail technology, and esthetician training may suit those seeking hands-on personal care trade skills, but specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not reported in the data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Bonnie Joseph Academy of Cosmetology & Barbering by phone at (435) 654-9800 or through its website, https://bonniejosephacademy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for similar program listings 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.