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Empire Beauty School-Hanover
Hanover, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: Clearview Shp Ctr., 1000 Carlisle St, S4, Hanover, PA 17331 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Hanover is a private for-profit trade school in Hanover, Pennsylvania offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 84.0% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $13,583 and median earnings of $24,407 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-Hanover is $21,479, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 55.8% 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 | 34 | $16,897 | $16,527 | $13,583 |
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-Hanover is a private for-profit trade campus in Hanover, Pennsylvania, located in a small city setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV student aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding to help cover costs. The campus offers a single program family, cosmetology, which accounted for 34 completers among its 55 enrolled undergraduates.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.0%, above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates carried a median debt of $13,583, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $24,407. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,479, and 55.8% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body relied on need-based aid.
This campus suits students seeking a focused, single-track cosmetology program rather than a multi-program associate-degree environment. Because it offers only cosmetology training, it may appeal to career changers specifically interested in entering the beauty industry, though program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review official completion, debt, and earnings figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since program details can change year to year.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs, with 34 students completing the program according to federal data. It is the only program family reported for this location.
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 eligible students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 84.0%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported as $13,583.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported as $24,407.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $21,479.
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, aid eligibility, and institutional accountability 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 (800) 920-4593 or visit empire.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcomes data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?415039.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a focused, single cosmetology program, which may suit career changers interested in that field, though specific fit for adult learners is not detailed in federal data.
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 directly to confirm state licensing requirements for cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Empire Beauty School-Hanover at (800) 920-4593 or through its website, empire.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby cosmetology program outcomes.
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- Metro Beauty AcademyAllentown, PA · 96% completion
- Douglas Education CenterMonessen, PA · 88% completion
- The Beauty Institute-AmblerAmbler, PA · 68% completion
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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.