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Coastline Beauty College
Fountain Valley, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 16151 Harbor Blvd, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 · Phone: (714) 963-4000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Coastline Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school in Fountain Valley, California offering nail technician, esthetician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Coastline Beauty College has an 87.2% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $11,585, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Coastline Beauty College is $29,484, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 53.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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, 300–899 hours | 101 | $11,832 | $11,727 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 45 | $11,832 | $11,727 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | $11,832 | $11,727 | 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
Coastline Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school located in Fountain Valley, California, a small city setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The campus focuses on three program families: nail technician schools, esthetician schools, and cosmetology schools, with nail technician programs enrolling the most students among its 101 completers, followed by esthetician (45) and cosmetology (40) programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 87.2%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $11,585, though this figure should be considered in context of program length and field. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,484, and 53.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body relies on need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on beauty and personal care training programs rather than longer associate degree paths. Given the program mix, it could appeal to career changers seeking focused nail technician, esthetician, or cosmetology training, though specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not detailed in the available data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Coastline Beauty College offers nail technician, esthetician, and cosmetology programs. Nail technician programs have the most completers (101), followed by esthetician (45) and cosmetology (40).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Coastline Beauty College 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 programs, so students can 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 87.2%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs, per 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 directly at (714) 963-4000 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $11,585, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $29,484, based on federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Coastline Beauty College is a private for-profit school, which typically means it operates as a business and may have different tuition and financial aid structures than public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data. Contact the school at (714) 963-4000 or visit https://www.coastlinebeauty.edu/ for details.
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 check outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?450988.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify adult learner accommodations, but the school's focus on short, hands-on beauty and personal care programs may appeal to career changers; contact the school directly to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not detailed in the provided data. Contact the school or check state licensing boards for nail technician, esthetician, or cosmetology certification requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Coastline Beauty College by phone at (714) 963-4000 or visit their website at https://www.coastlinebeauty.edu/ 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 in the available federal data. Check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?450988 for additional 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.