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Continental School of Beauty Culture-Rochester
Rochester, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 633 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, NY 14623 · Phone: (585) 272-8060 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Continental School of Beauty Culture-Rochester is a private for-profit trade school in Rochester, NY offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Continental School of Beauty Culture-Rochester has a 70.4% completion rate, above the state average of 64.0%, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $23,906 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Continental School of Beauty Culture-Rochester is $18,380, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 66.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $33,510 | $42,910 | $63,280 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $33,960 | $35,760 | $58,320 |
| Barbers | $35,430 | $38,580 | $44,670 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 156 | $20,359 | $18,889 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 73 | $20,359 | $18,889 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | $20,359 | $18,889 | $6,333 |
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
Continental School of Beauty Culture-Rochester is a private for-profit trade school located in Rochester, NY, a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) to help pay for their education. The campus's most common programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician training being the largest program by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.4%, which is above the state average of 64.0% for similar programs. Graduates typically carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,906. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,380, and 66.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a significant share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on training programs in beauty and personal care trades rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering fields may want to review these numbers alongside personal financial circumstances. To verify current accreditation status and outcomes, prospective students can consult the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences directly or review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician training being the largest program by completions (156), followed by cosmetology (73) and barber (13).
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, 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 at this campus is 70.4%, which is above the state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this school typically carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $23,906.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $18,380.
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?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (585) 272-8060 or visit its website 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 review outcomes data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?190318.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specifically address career-changer fit, but the school's focus on cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering may appeal to those seeking hands-on vocational training; contact the school to discuss specific circumstances.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (585) 272-8060 or visit its website at https://continentalschoolofbeauty.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare similar 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.