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Empire Beauty School-Lebanon
Lebanon, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1776 Quentin Rd Cedar Crest Sq, Lebanon, PA 17042 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Lebanon is a private for-profit trade school in Lebanon, Pennsylvania 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-Lebanon has a 68.0% completion rate, near the state average of 66.2%, 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-Lebanon is $23,524, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 47.3% 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 | 22 | $18,217 | $16,897 | $11,743 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $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-Lebanon is a private for-profit trade school located in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, a small suburb setting. 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 two program families, with cosmetology schools being its top program, accounting for 23 completers among a total undergraduate enrollment of 49.
Federal data show a completion rate of 68.0%, which is near the state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $10,667, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $22,377. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,524. About 47.3% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus centers on cosmetology training, which may suit students seeking a focused, hands-on program rather than a multi-year academic degree; whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not reported here. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures, since some details, such as exact program length, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-Lebanon offers cosmetology programs, its top program with 23 completers, across two program families reported for 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 financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
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 state average of 66.2% per the College Scorecard.
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 $22,377.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $23,524.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Empire Beauty School-Lebanon is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility 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 https://www.empire.edu/ 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 outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?212230.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a focused cosmetology program with a moderate share of Pell recipients, but specific fit for adult career changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school for details on schedules and format.
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 check state cosmetology board requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Empire Beauty School-Lebanon 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 for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?212230 to compare similar institutions.
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.