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Butler Beauty Academy-New Castle Beauty Academy
New Castle, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 314 E Washington St, New Castle, PA 16101 · Phone: (724) 654-6611 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Butler Beauty Academy-New Castle Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in New Castle, PA offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 56.5% 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-New Castle Beauty Academy is $14,972, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 43.2% 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, 300–899 hours | 9 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $17,163 | not reported | $8,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $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-New Castle Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in New Castle, Pennsylvania, in a fringe town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. The school's top programs are cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician training, offered across 4 total program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 56.5%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $23,003. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $14,972, and 43.2% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students with financial need. Undergraduate enrollment is small, at 15 students, with 21 trade completers reported.
Given its focus on cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician training, this campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on programs in personal care services rather than multi-year associate degrees; specific program lengths and scheduling are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should confirm format and timing directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the latest outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, spread across 4 total program families. Cosmetology and esthetician training make up the bulk of enrollment, with a smaller nail technician program.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may apply for 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 56.5%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carried a median debt of $7,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $23,003.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $14,972.
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 terms, and institutional funding 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) 654-6611 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
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 official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?367431.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician training may suit those seeking hands-on personal care service training, though specific scheduling and program length details are not reported in federal data, so adult learners should confirm fit directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at (724) 654-6611 or visit its website at https://beautyacademies.net/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to look up nearby institutions for comparison.
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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.