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Empire Beauty School-Cheltenham
Wyncote, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: Cedarbrook Plaza, 1000 Easton Road, Wyncote, PA 19095 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Cheltenham is a private for-profit trade school in Wyncote, PA 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-Cheltenham has a 50.8% completion rate, below the state average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $10,667 and median earnings of $23,921 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-Cheltenham is $23,983, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 76.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 66 | $17,189 | $17,416 | $12,090 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $17,189 | $17,416 | $12,090 |
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-Cheltenham is a private for-profit trade school located in Wyncote, Pennsylvania, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to pay for enrollment. Its main program area is cosmetology, with 74 completers recorded in the cosmetology schools program family out of an undergraduate enrollment of 152.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 50.8%, which is below the state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,667, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $23,921. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,983, and 76.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with substantial financial need.
This campus centers on a single trade family — cosmetology — rather than offering a broad mix of degree levels, which may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training rather than a multi-year associate degree path. Whether the program length and schedule fit a career changer's needs is not detailed here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-Cheltenham offers cosmetology programs, with 74 completers recorded in the cosmetology schools program family. This is the school's main program area according to federal data.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.8%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $10,667.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,921.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,983.
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, ownership structure, and how outcomes are evaluated 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 (800) 920-4593 or visit empire.edu to confirm program duration.
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 federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?485397.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; the focused, single-trade cosmetology program may appeal to career changers, but fit should be confirmed with the school directly.
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 for details on state licensing for cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Empire Beauty School-Cheltenham at (800) 920-4593 or through their website at https://www.empire.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; compare outcomes directly using the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?485397.
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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.