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Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics, Skin Care & Makeup

New York, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:

Esthetician schoolsNail technician schoolsCosmetology schools
94%completion rate · New York avg 64%
$5,478median debt of graduates
$23,244median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
not reportedmedian earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$18,364annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (Accredited)
Address: 1501 Broadway Suite 700, New York, NY 10036 · Phone: 2127797800741 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics, Skin Care & Makeup is a private for-profit trade school in New York, NY offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 94.4% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $5,478. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Christine Valmy is reported as $18,364, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. About 30.7% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Christine Valmy Inter… Christine Valmy Inter…: 94.4% 94.4% New York average New York average: 64% 64% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Skincare specialists$33,510$42,910$63,280
Manicurists and pedicurists$32,240$34,660$34,930
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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 569 $20,655 $20,368 $5,250
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, under 300 hours 177 $20,655 $20,368 $5,250
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 3 $20,655 $20,368 $5,250

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.

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About this school

Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics, Skin Care & Makeup is a private for-profit trade school located in New York, NY. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV funding applies). The campus awards credentials primarily in esthetician programs, nail technician training, and cosmetology, with esthetician schools representing the largest share of completions.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 94.4%, well above the state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,478, which is relatively low compared to many career-training programs. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,364, and about 30.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students are served here.

This school may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs in beauty and personal care fields rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers considering a switch into esthetics, nail technology, or cosmetology may want to weigh the relatively low completion-rate risk and low median debt shown here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current federal outcome figures before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

The school offers esthetician programs, nail technician training, and cosmetology programs. Esthetician training is the largest program by completions (569), followed by nail technician (177) and cosmetology (3).

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 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 94.4%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%, per federal data.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $5,478, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $18,364.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid terms 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 to confirm program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation status with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?189990.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The school's focus on esthetics, nail technology, and cosmetology may suit those seeking hands-on career-training programs, though specific fit for career-changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss your goals.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements for estheticians, nail technicians, and cosmetologists vary by state and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for specifics.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach the school by phone at 212-779-7800 or visit https://www.christinevalmy.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 for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across schools.

Other trade and career schools in New York, NY

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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.

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