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Branford Academy of Hair & Cosmetology-Bridgeport
Bridgeport, Connecticut · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1450 Barnum Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610 · Phone: (203) 870-0941 · 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 & Cosmetology-Bridgeport is a private for-profit trade school in Bridgeport, CT offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Branford Academy has a 100.0% completion rate versus the 71.5% Connecticut state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Branford Academy of Hair & Cosmetology-Bridgeport is $34,442, and federal financial aid can be used here. About 18.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
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 |
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 | 8 | $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 & Cosmetology-Bridgeport is a private for-profit trade school located in Bridgeport, Connecticut. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus's most-awarded programs are esthetician training and cosmetology, with esthetician programs accounting for 12 completions and cosmetology for 8 completions among its recent graduates.
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 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. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,442, and 18.2% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of financial need among the student body.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 32 students in a midsize city setting, offers short, focused programs in esthetics and cosmetology rather than multi-year associate degrees. This structure may appeal to those seeking a faster path into a trade, including adults changing careers, though the data does not specify program lengths or scheduling flexibility. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician training and cosmetology programs, with 12 esthetician completions and 8 cosmetology completions among recent graduates.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation 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, meaning 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 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 updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,442.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different pricing and financial aid dynamics than public or non-profit institutions; students should compare costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (203) 870-0941 or via https://branfordacademy.com/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?496894.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers short, focused programs in esthetics and cosmetology rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit those seeking a quicker entry into these trades, though specific scheduling or program length details are not reported here.
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 directly to learn about state licensing exams tied to esthetics and cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Branford Academy of Hair & Cosmetology-Bridgeport at (203) 870-0941 or visit https://branfordacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?496894 for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.