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Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy
Clarksburg, West Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 120 S 3rd St, Clarksburg, WV 26301 · Phone: 3046246475110 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy is a private for-profit trade school in Clarksburg, WV offering cosmetology and massage therapy programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 73.3% completion rate versus a 68.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,415 and median earnings of $16,306 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Clarksburg Beauty Academy is $13,765, federal financial aid can be used here, 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 | $23,580 | $34,480 | $46,340 |
| Massage therapists | $22,450 | $46,600 | $58,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in West Virginia (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, 2–4 years | 20 | $15,944 | $14,759 | $6,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | $15,944 | $14,759 | $6,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | $10,617 | 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
Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy is a private for-profit trade school located in Clarksburg, West Virginia. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The school's programs are concentrated in two families: cosmetology, its largest program by enrollment, and massage therapy.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.3%, which is near the West Virginia state average of 68.5%. Among the 39 trade completers tracked, median debt at graduation was $6,415, and median earnings ten years after entry were $16,306. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $13,765, and 64.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Enrollment at the campus is small, with 47 undergraduates reported.
Given its program mix — 33 students in cosmetology and 6 in massage therapy — this campus is oriented toward shorter, hands-on career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees. That structure may suit students seeking a faster path into a licensed trade, though specific program lengths are not reported in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology programs (33 students) and massage therapy programs (6 students), totaling 3 programs across two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 64.9% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.3%, compared to a West Virginia state average of 68.5%, putting this campus near the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $6,415, per federal College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $16,306, per federal College Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $13,765.
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 eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific 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 through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?237321.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, hands-on programs in cosmetology and massage therapy rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit those seeking a faster path to a licensed trade; specific fit should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 3046246475110 or visit its website at https://clarksburgbeautyacademywv.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This comparison is not reported in federal data for this campus; use the College Scorecard link to compare against other schools in the area.
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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.