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Cosmetica Beauty and Barbering Academy
Downey, California · career school · part of - · Training programs available:
Address: 9050 Telegraph Road Suites 101, 103 - 105, 201 - 203, Downey, CA 90240 · Phone: see website
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Dec 2025 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Jan 2025 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Cosmetica Beauty and Barbering Academy is a trade school in Downey, California offering cosmetology and barbering programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This school does not participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
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 |
|---|
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
Cosmetica Beauty and Barbering Academy is a trade school located in Downey, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with accreditation status listed as Accredited. Federal financial aid such as FAFSA or Pell Grants cannot be used at this campus, since it is not designated as a Title IV institution. The school's primary program families are cosmetology and barbering, which reflect the trades most commonly awarded at this campus.
Specific outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited in federal data. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings ten years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. The share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data, which is consistent with its non-Title IV status.
Because detailed program length and format information is not included in the data provided, it is not possible to state here whether programs are short-term certificates or longer associate-level tracks, or how well suited they are to adult career changers. Prospective students should contact the school directly to ask about program length, schedule, and costs, and should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Because this school does not participate in Title IV aid, it will not appear with full outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard; independent verification through the school and accreditor is recommended.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Cosmetica Beauty and Barbering Academy offers programs in cosmetology and barbering, based on its listed program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with a status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
No, this campus is not a Title IV institution, so federal financial aid such as FAFSA loans or Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The control type (public, non-profit, or for-profit) is not reported in the data provided; this distinction can affect tuition, aid eligibility, and accountability, so it's worth confirming with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school to ask about program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Because this school is not Title IV participating, detailed federal outcome data may not appear on the College Scorecard.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess fit for adult career changers are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to discuss scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements after completing a program are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school and California's cosmetology/barbering licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
Contact details are not included in the data provided; check the school's official listing or website for phone number and application information.
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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.