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Cheeks Beauty Academy
Cheyenne, Wyoming · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 207 W 18 St, Cheyenne, WY 82001 · Phone: (307) 637-8700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Cheeks Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Cheyenne, Wyoming offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Cheeks Beauty Academy has a 71.4% completion rate, above the Wyoming average of 58.8%, with median graduate debt of $7,000 and median earnings of $25,459 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Cheeks Beauty Academy is reported at $15,713, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 64.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $18,150 | $29,170 | $36,500 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wyoming (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 | 23 | $18,450 | $15,552 | $6,799 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $18,450 | $15,552 | $6,799 |
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
Cheeks Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Cheyenne, Wyoming, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Students at this campus can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The school's two program families are cosmetology and barbering, with cosmetology schools (23 completers) and barber schools (7 completers) making up its top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 71.4%, above the Wyoming state average of 58.8%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were $25,459. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $15,713, and 64.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income enrollment.
With 47 undergraduates and 30 trade completers, this is a small campus offering focused, hands-on training in cosmetology and barbering rather than broad academic coursework. Based on the program families listed, this setting may suit students seeking shorter, skills-based training over a multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cheeks Beauty Academy offers cosmetology school programs (23 completers) and barber school programs (7 completers), its two reported program families.
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, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 71.4%, which is above the Wyoming state average of 58.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $25,459.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $15,713.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Cheeks Beauty Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and ownership structure 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 at (307) 637-8700 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data directly at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?240709.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focused cosmetology and barbering programs may suit career changers seeking skills-based training, though specific scheduling or format details are not reported in this data.
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 at (307) 637-8700 to confirm current licensing pathways.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Cheeks Beauty Academy at (307) 637-8700 or through its website, https://www.cheeksusa.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard link for comparable 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.