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Brillare Beauty Institute
Cleveland, Tennessee · Private non-profit career college
Address: 1605 Professional Park Drive NW, Cleveland, TN 37312 · Phone: 4234763742101 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Brillare Beauty Institute is a private non-profit trade school in Cleveland, Tennessee, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Brillare Beauty Institute has an 83.7% completion rate, above Tennessee's 64.3% average, with median graduate debt of $7,479 and median earnings of $24,728 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Brillare Beauty Institute is $21,460, and the school participates in Title IV federal aid, with 71.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,200 | $36,590 | $44,500 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,700 | $31,310 | $39,990 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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 | $18,578 | not reported | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 55 | $18,578 | not reported | $7,917 |
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
Brillare Beauty Institute is a private non-profit trade school located in Cleveland, Tennessee, a small city setting. The school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. Its two program families are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician training (125 completers) and cosmetology training (55 completers) making up the bulk of its award activity.
Federal data shows this campus has a completion rate of 83.7%, above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,479, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,728. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,460, and 71.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Given its focus on esthetician and cosmetology training, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on programs leading directly into a licensed trade rather than a multi-year academic degree; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Before enrolling, applicants can verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Brillare Beauty Institute offers esthetician school programs (125 completers) and cosmetology school programs (55 completers), covering two program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.7%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,479, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,728.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,460.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Brillare Beauty Institute is a private non-profit school; control type can affect cost structure and institutional mission, though specific comparisons aren't reported in this data.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's esthetician and cosmetology programs are trade-focused, which may suit career changers seeking direct entry into licensed fields, though specific program length and format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetician and cosmetology fields typically apply, but specific certification details for this school are not reported in federal data; check with the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Brillare Beauty Institute by phone at 423-476-3742 or visit its website at brillarebeautyinstitute.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare other institutions offering similar programs.
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.