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Empire Beauty School-Avondale
Avondale, Arizona · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 9945 W McDowell Road #112, Avondale, AZ 85323 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Avondale is a private for-profit trade school in Avondale, Arizona offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Empire Beauty School-Avondale has a 53.5% completion rate, below the state average of 64.4%, with median graduate debt of $10,231 and median earnings of $23,589 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-Avondale is $20,905, and the school participates in Title IV federal aid, with 59.0% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,050 | $36,810 | $45,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 | 69 | $17,698 | $17,848 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $17,698 | $17,848 | $12,500 |
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
Empire Beauty School-Avondale is a private for-profit trade campus located in Avondale, Arizona, a large suburb. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and it participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The campus awards most of its credentials in cosmetology, with cosmetology schools programs (72 completers) representing its primary offering among its two program families.
Federal data show a completion rate of 53.5%, which is below the state average of 64.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,231, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $23,589. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,905, and 59.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the roughly 236 undergraduates rely on need-based aid.
This campus may suit students interested in a focused cosmetology credential rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths and schedule formats are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details not captured in federal reporting, such as class schedules, clinical hours, or specific licensing exam preparation offered as part of the cosmetology curriculum.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-Avondale offers cosmetology programs, with cosmetology schools representing its top program (72 completers) across two program families.
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 59.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.5%, which is below the Arizona state average of 64.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,231, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $23,589.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,905.
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; prospective students should confirm current terms with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (800) 920-4593 or visit https://www.empire.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcomes on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447148.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused cosmetology training rather than a multi-year degree, which may suit career changers, but specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (800) 920-4593 for details on state licensing preparation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Empire Beauty School-Avondale at (800) 920-4593 or through its website at https://www.empire.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447148 to compare cosmetology programs in the area.
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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.