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Continental School of Beauty Culture-West Seneca
West Seneca, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1050 Union Rd, West Seneca, NY 14224 · Phone: (716) 675-8205 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Continental School of Beauty Culture-West Seneca is a private for-profit trade school in West Seneca, NY offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Continental School of Beauty Culture-West Seneca has a 78.4% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $22,193 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Continental School of Beauty Culture-West Seneca is $17,709, federal financial aid can be used here, and 65.1% 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 |
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 | 70 | $18,814 | $16,519 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $18,814 | $16,519 | $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-West Seneca is a private for-profit trade school in West Seneca, New York, located in a large suburb. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. Its two program families are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with the top programs being Esthetician schools (70 completers) and Cosmetology schools (21 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 78.4%, which is above the state average of 64.0%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $22,193. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,709, and 65.1% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking short, focused training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should verify current program offerings, schedules, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone or through its website. Prospective students can also confirm accreditation status and review the full federal outcomes data 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 esthetician programs and cosmetology programs, with esthetician training accounting for the larger share of completers (70) compared to cosmetology (21).
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 here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 78.4%, 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 who borrowed carried a median debt of $6,333 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $22,193.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $17,709.
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 levels and funding sources 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 at (716) 675-8205 or via its website for this information.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcomes data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?194435.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit details for career changers are not reported in federal data, but the school's focus on esthetician and cosmetology training suggests shorter, skills-based programs; contact the school to discuss scheduling and support for adult students.
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 or check New York state licensing boards for esthetician and cosmetology requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (716) 675-8205 or visit its website at https://continentalschoolofbeauty.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 federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.