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Butler Beauty Academy-Kittanning Beauty Academy
Kittanning, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 120 Market St, Kittanning, PA 16201 · Phone: (724) 548-2031 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Butler Beauty Academy-Kittanning Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Kittanning, PA offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 70.6% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,500 and median earnings of $23,003 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Butler Beauty Academy-Kittanning Beauty Academy is $14,115, federal financial aid can be used here, and 14.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| 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, 300–899 hours | 9 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $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-Kittanning Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Kittanning, Pennsylvania, located in a distant town setting. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid through Title IV programs, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Its programs are concentrated in the beauty and personal care trades, with the top offerings being esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools.
According to federal data, the campus has a completion rate of 70.6%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,003. The annual cost of attendance is $14,115, and 14.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a modest share of low-income enrollment relative to some other trade campuses.
This campus appears suited to students seeking short, focused training in esthetics, cosmetology, or nail technology rather than multi-year associate degree programs, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers interested in a compact credential in personal care services may want to confirm program schedules directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the school's accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, totaling three program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.6%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,003 for this campus.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $14,115.
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 pricing, financial aid options, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (724) 548-2031 or visit its website to confirm.
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 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?213330.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program focus on esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician training suggests a fit for those seeking shorter, hands-on personal care credentials, though specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (724) 548-2031 or visit its website at https://beautyacademies.net/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same trade programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby 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.