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Butler Beauty Academy
Butler, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school
Address: 233 S Main St, Butler, PA 16001 · Phone: (724) 287-0708 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Butler Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Butler, Pennsylvania, offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Butler Beauty Academy has a 76.9% completion rate, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $7,500 and median earnings of $23,003 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Butler Beauty Academy is $15,972, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 43.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,520 | $27,990 | $33,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 11 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
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
Butler Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Butler, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV, including FAFSA and Pell Grants) can be used here. The campus awards programs mainly in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology, with its top programs being cosmetology schools (15 completers), esthetician schools (11 completers), and nail technician schools (2 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 76.9%, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry were $23,003. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,972, and 43.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, hands-on programs in beauty-industry trades such as cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology rather than multi-year associate degrees. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Butler Beauty Academy offers programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology. Its top programs are cosmetology schools (15 completers), esthetician schools (11 completers), and nail technician schools (2 completers).
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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 76.9%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,003, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $15,972.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Butler Beauty Academy is a private for-profit school. This distinction can affect tuition costs and how earnings and debt outcomes compare to public or non-profit programs.
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 (724) 287-0708 or visit https://beautyacademies.net/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?211334.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data, as program schedules and formats for adult learners are not specified; contact the school to ask directly.
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 check Pennsylvania's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Butler Beauty Academy at (724) 287-0708 or through its website, https://beautyacademies.net/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?211334 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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.