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Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career school
Address: 5655 South 27th St, Milwaukee, WI 53221 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee is a private for-profit trade school in Milwaukee, WI offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee has a 46.9% completion rate, below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%; median graduate debt is $10,231 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,589, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee is $21,954, federal financial aid can be used, and 65.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $46,220 | $59,660 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (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 | 64 | $17,698 | $17,848 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 34 | $17,698 | $17,848 | $12,500 |
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-Milwaukee is a private for-profit trade school located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus focuses on two program families: esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician programs (64 completers) and cosmetology programs (34 completers) making up its most awarded credentials.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 46.9%, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,231, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $23,589. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,954, and 65.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults considering a career change should weigh the below-average completion rate and reported earnings against the cost of attendance. To verify accreditation status and review updated outcome figures, prospective students can check the school's accreditor listing or search the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee offers esthetician programs (64 completers) and cosmetology programs (34 completers), its two program families.
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 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 46.9%, which is below the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $10,231.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,589.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $21,954.
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 and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit options.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (800) 920-4593 or visit its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs are in esthetics and cosmetology, fields with shorter, hands-on training formats, though exact program lengths are not reported in federal data; individuals should verify fit directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetics and cosmetology are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Wisconsin's licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee at (800) 920-4593 or through its website, https://www.empire.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby trade schools is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?448798 to compare outcomes across schools.
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.