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Centralia Beauty College
Centralia, Washington · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 217 S Tower Avenue, Centralia, WA 98531 · Phone: (360) 736-2866 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Centralia Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school in Centralia, Washington, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Centralia Beauty College has an 81.8% completion rate, above the state average of 66.1%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Centralia Beauty College is $14,913, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 14.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,830 | $59,510 | $73,540 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $38,660 | $49,900 | $58,120 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (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 | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | 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
Centralia Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school located in Centralia, Washington, in a distant-town setting. 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 most commonly awards credentials in cosmetology (29 completers) and nail technology (7 completers), reflecting its focus on beauty and personal-care trades.
Federal data show a completion rate of 81.8%, which is above the state average completion rate of 66.1% for similar programs. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $14,913. About 14.1% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a moderate share of lower-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a small enrollment of about 90 students and a program mix centered on shorter, hands-on beauty-trade training rather than multi-year associate degrees, this campus may suit students seeking a direct path into cosmetology or nail technology work, including adult career-changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, and contact the school for tuition, schedule, and licensing details before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Centralia Beauty College offers cosmetology and nail technician programs, with cosmetology (29 completers) and nail technology (7 completers) as its top programs.
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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.8%, which is above the state average of 66.1%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (360) 736-2866 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $14,913.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Centralia Beauty College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?491260.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and nail technician training may suit career-changers interested in beauty trades, though specific scheduling or program-length details for adult learners are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in the provided data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing steps for cosmetology or nail technology in Washington.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Centralia Beauty College at (360) 736-2866 or visit https://www.centraliabeautycollege.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes 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.