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Career School of NY
Staten Island, New York · Private non-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 350 St. Marks Pl, Staten Island, NY 10301 · Phone: (718) 420-6440 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jun 2025 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Council on Occupational Education; Sep 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Career School of NY is a private non-profit trade school in Staten Island, New York offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Career School of NY reports an 82.0% completion rate, above the state average of 64.0%, and median graduate earnings of $35,778 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Career School of NY is $9,753, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 56.5% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $33,510 | $42,910 | $63,280 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $33,960 | $35,760 | $58,320 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | 37 | $16,087 | $12,776 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | $16,087 | $12,776 | not reported |
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
Career School of NY is a private non-profit trade school located in Staten Island, New York. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is eligible for federal financial aid under Title IV, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus concentrates on two program families: esthetician schools, with 37 top program completers, and cosmetology schools, with 14 completers.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 82.0%, well above the state average of 64.0% for similar programs. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $35,778. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $9,753, and 56.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-to-moderate income students. Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing short, hands-on training in personal care fields like esthetics and cosmetology rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering a shorter training path in a large-city setting may want to look closely at this option. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Career School of NY offers esthetician programs (37 completers) and cosmetology programs (14 completers), based on federal program data.
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, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can 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 82.0%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $35,778, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $9,753.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Career School of NY is a private non-profit school, which typically affects tuition structure and how surplus revenue is used compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (718) 420-6440 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455220.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician and cosmetology training may suit those seeking hands-on career-focused programs, though specific scheduling or program-length details for adult learners are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Career School of NY at (718) 420-6440 or through its website at https://careerschoolny.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not include direct comparisons with other nearby schools; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across 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.