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Carolina College of Hair Design Inc
Asheville, North Carolina · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1302 Patton Ave Suite 20, Asheville, NC 28806 · Phone: (828) 253-2875 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Carolina College of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Asheville, NC offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Carolina College of Hair Design has a 72.0% completion rate, above the state average of 47.8%, and graduates carry a median debt of $4,889, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Carolina College of Hair Design is $18,046, federal financial aid can be used here, and 47.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $26,880 | $38,410 | $48,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in North Carolina (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 | 22 | not reported | not reported | $5,611 |
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
Carolina College of Hair Design Inc is a private for-profit trade school located in Asheville, North Carolina. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus enrolls 46 undergraduate students and focuses on a single program family: cosmetology, with 22 program completers in the most recent reporting period.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 72.0%, which is above the state average of 47.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $4,889. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is $18,046, and 47.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students attend this campus.
This school offers a single, focused cosmetology program rather than a broad menu of trades, which may suit students seeking a direct path into that field, including adult career-changers, though program length is not stated here. Because the campus is in a small city and enrollment is modest, prospective students should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and see the latest federal outcome data, check the Council on Occupational Education directly 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?
Carolina College of Hair Design offers cosmetology programs, with 22 program completers reported in the most recent data. This is the school's only program family.
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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use 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 72.0%, which is above the North Carolina state average of 47.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $4,889, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $18,046.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Carolina College of Hair Design is a private for-profit school. This distinction can affect tuition levels, aid eligibility, and institutional funding sources compared with public or non-profit schools.
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 (828) 253-2875 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?460765.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a focused, single cosmetology program with a completion rate above the state average, which may appeal to those seeking a direct entry path, but specific scheduling or format details for career-changers 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 or North Carolina's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Carolina College of Hair Design at (828) 253-2875 or through its website, https://carolinacollege.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.