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CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering
Garden Grove, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 11889 Valley View St Suite C, Garden Grove, CA 92845 · Phone: (714) 894-3366 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering is a private for-profit trade school in Garden Grove, California, offering barber school programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering has a 68.0% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $20,125 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering is $15,402, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 72.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 79 | $17,096 | not reported | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 5 | $17,096 | not reported | $9,833 |
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
CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering is a private for-profit trade school in Garden Grove, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus is best known for its barber school program, which accounts for the bulk of its 84 recent program completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 91 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 68.0%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $20,125. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,402, and 72.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need. Program-length details specific to job placement are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus offers a focused program in barbering rather than a broad range of trade families, which may suit students seeking a direct path into that specific trade, including adults changing careers, though program length and schedule specifics are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering offers barber school programs, with 84 recent completers in that program family. It reports a total of 2 programs available at this campus.
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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 72.6% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 68.0%, which is near the California state average of 64.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $20,125.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $15,402.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering is a private for-profit school. For-profit status can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (714) 894-3366 or visit its website for specifics.
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 outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?371830.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a focused barber school program, which may suit those seeking direct entry into that trade; specific fit for career changers, such as schedule flexibility, is not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering at (714) 894-3366 or through its website, https://www.cruinstitute.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link to compare figures directly.
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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.