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Branford Academy of Hair and Cosmetology
Branford, Connecticut · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 251 West Main St, Branford, CT 06405 · Phone: (203) 315-2985 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Nov 2023 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; May 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Branford Academy of Hair and Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Branford, Connecticut, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Branford Academy's completion rate is 100.0%, above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%, with median graduate debt of $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Branford Academy is $10,721, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 8.7% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,010 | $43,680 | $55,370 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $34,010 | $44,620 | $59,790 |
| Barbers | $38,500 | $41,400 | $43,640 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (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 | 12 | $20,541 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $20,541 | not reported | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $20,541 | not reported | $9,500 |
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
Branford Academy of Hair and Cosmetology is a private for-profit career school in Branford, Connecticut. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their training. The campus awards credentials in three program families: esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician programs graduating the most students among the top programs listed.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $10,721, and 8.7% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a relatively small share of low-income enrollees compared to many trade schools.
With a small student body of 51 and only 20 trade completers reported, this campus appears to run compact, program-specific tracks in esthetics, cosmetology, and barbering rather than broader associate-degree offerings. This structure may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in personal-care trades, including career changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not detailed in the data provided. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's federal outcomes on the College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Branford Academy offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools programs. Among these, esthetician programs have the most listed completers (12), followed by cosmetology and barber programs (4 each).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 financial 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 reported for this campus is 100.0%, which is above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for any updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $10,721.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Branford Academy is a private for-profit institution. This can affect tuition levels, financial aid eligibility, and accreditation processes 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 (203) 315-2985 or via its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451042.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focused, program-specific offerings in esthetics, cosmetology, and barbering may suit adults seeking hands-on training, though specific scheduling or adult-learner services are not reported in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Branford Academy at (203) 315-2985 or visit https://www.branfordacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included in this listing; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451042 to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across institutions.
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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.