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Empire Beauty School-Manhattan
New York, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 22 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Manhattan is a private for-profit trade school in New York, NY 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-Manhattan has a 51.2% completion rate, below the New York state average of 64.0%; median graduate debt is $10,667 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $24,022.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-Manhattan is $24,504, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 71.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $33,960 | $35,760 | $58,320 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | 193 | $17,754 | $16,649 | $10,667 |
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-Manhattan is a private for-profit trade school in New York, NY. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for their education. The campus focuses on a single program family, cosmetology, with 193 completers reported in the most recent federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 388.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 51.2%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,667, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,022. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,504, and 71.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need.
This campus may suit students seeking a focused, single-track cosmetology program rather than a multi-program associate-degree environment; program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling details directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review the full outcomes record through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and should contact the school directly for current tuition, program length, and licensing requirements not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-Manhattan offers cosmetology programs, with 193 completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. About 71.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 51.2%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $10,667.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,022.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $24,504.
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, program structure, and Title IV eligibility rules 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 at (800) 920-4593 or visit https://www.empire.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?195067.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address career-changer fit; program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so 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 for details specific to cosmetology licensure in New York.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Empire Beauty School-Manhattan at (800) 920-4593 or visit https://www.empire.edu/ for application information.
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/?195067 to compare individual schools.
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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.