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Cameo College of Essential Beauty
Murray, Utah · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 124 East 5770 South, Murray, UT 84107 · Phone: (801) 747-5700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cameo College of Essential Beauty is a private for-profit trade school in Murray, Utah offering nail technician, cosmetology, and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Cameo College has an 85.2% completion rate, above the Utah state average of 77.4%, with median graduate debt of $5,500 and median earnings of $32,364 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 29.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,410 | $28,820 | $38,940 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,810 | $35,140 | $51,130 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,810 | $45,490 | $58,090 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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 | 128 | $19,190 | $17,768 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 62 | $19,190 | $17,768 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 49 | $19,190 | $17,768 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | $19,190 | $17,768 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $19,190 | $17,768 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $19,190 | $17,768 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $19,190 | $17,768 | $5,500 |
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
Cameo College of Essential Beauty is a private for-profit trade school located in Murray, Utah. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards training most often in nail technician programs, cosmetology programs, and esthetician programs, with 7 program families reported overall.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 85.2%, which is above the Utah state average of 77.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,364 per year. About 29.8% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in beauty and personal care trades rather than a multi-year academic degree, including adult career changers, though program length and schedule details are not stated here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, or by contacting the school directly for current program details, schedules, and licensing requirements before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cameo College of Essential Beauty offers 7 program families, most commonly nail technician schools, cosmetology schools, and esthetician schools.
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 aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 85.2%, which is above the Utah state average of 77.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $5,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,364.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (801) 747-5700 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cameo College of Essential Beauty is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit options.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?230065.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused beauty-trade programs such as nail technician, cosmetology, and esthetician training, which may suit career changers, though specific scheduling and format 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 for details on state licensing exams tied to its programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cameo College of Essential Beauty at (801) 747-5700 or through its website at https://www.cameocollege.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.