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Empire Beauty School-E Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 568 Colonial Rd, Memphis, TN 38117 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-E Memphis is a private for-profit trade school in Memphis, Tennessee offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 66.7% completion rate, near the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, with median graduate debt of $10,667 and median earnings of $22,377 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-E Memphis is $21,404, federal financial aid can be used here, and 63.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,200 | $36,590 | $44,500 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,700 | $31,310 | $39,990 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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 | 65 | $18,217 | $16,897 | $11,743 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $18,217 | $16,897 | $11,743 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $18,217 | $16,897 | $11,743 |
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-E Memphis is a private for-profit trade school located in Memphis, Tennessee. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards programs mainly in esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician programs (65 completers) and cosmetology programs (37 completers) making up the bulk of its three offered programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 66.7%, which is near the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,667, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $22,377. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,404, and 63.2% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially needy students at this campus.
Based on its program mix of esthetician and cosmetology training, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on programs leading to licensure in personal care fields rather than multi-year associate degrees; program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm program schedules and licensing requirements directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes independently, prospective students can check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician schools and cosmetology schools programs, with esthetician programs having 65 completers and cosmetology programs 37 completers, across three total programs.
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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 66.7%, which is near the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,667, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $22,377.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $21,404, per federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different pricing and aid structures than public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should compare costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (800) 920-4593 or visit its website for details.
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 outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458803.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers esthetician and cosmetology programs, which are typically shorter, hands-on training paths, but specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly to discuss options.
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 at (800) 920-4593 or visit https://www.empire.edu/ for specifics on state licensure for cosmetology or esthetician work.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Empire Beauty School-E Memphis by phone 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 with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?458803 to compare similar programs.
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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.