Career Training Path › Maine › Empire Beauty School-Maine
Empire Beauty School-Maine
Portland, Maine · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 319 Marginal Way, Portland, ME 04101 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Empire Beauty School-Maine is a private for-profit trade school in Portland, Maine, 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-Maine has a 66.7% completion rate, above the Maine state average of 56.7%. Median graduate debt is $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,925.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-Maine is $21,426, and federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used here, with 57.0% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $30,640 | $44,000 | $61,860 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maine (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 | 77 | $18,295 | $17,251 | $13,000 |
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-Maine is a private for-profit trade school located in Portland, Maine, a small city 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's primary program family is cosmetology, with cosmetology schools representing the top program (77 completers).
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 66.7%, which is above the Maine state average of 56.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,925. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $21,426, and 57.0% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a student population with significant financial need.
This campus, with 117 undergraduate students, focuses on a single program family—cosmetology—suggesting a career-focused, hands-on training environment. Program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and duration. Career changers interested in cosmetology may find this a relevant option, though individual fit should be assessed by reviewing the school's accreditation and using the College Scorecard to verify all reported outcomes independently. Always confirm current costs, financial aid eligibility, and program details directly with the school before enrolling, as federal data may not reflect the most recent figures.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-Maine offers cosmetology programs, with 77 completers reported in this program family, which is the sole program family at 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 66.7%, which is above the Maine state average of 56.7%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of this campus carry a median debt of $13,000, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry for graduates of this campus are $23,925, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance at this campus is $21,426.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Empire Beauty School-Maine is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and institutional funding sources 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 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 official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?161493.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a focused cosmetology program, which may suit career changers interested in that field, but specific fit details such as schedule flexibility are not reported in federal data—contact the school directly to learn more.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Empire Beauty School-Maine by phone at (800) 920-4593 or visit their website at https://www.empire.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus is not compared directly to other schools in this response; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?161493 to compare outcomes across schools.
Nearby trade and career schools in Maine
- Southern Maine Community CollegeSouth Portland, ME · 28% completion
- Spa Tech Institute-WestbrookWestbrook, ME · 85% completion
- Capilo School of Hair DesignAugusta, ME · 79% completion
- Kennebec Valley Community CollegeFairfield, ME · 39% completion
- Eastern Maine Community CollegeBangor, ME · 32% completion
- Northeast Technical InstituteScarborough, ME · 90% completion
- Northern Maine Community CollegePresque Isle, ME · 42% completion
- Central Maine Community CollegeAuburn, ME · 30% completion
See all trade and career schools in Maine or search by ZIP code.
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.