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Empire Beauty School-Northlake
Atlanta, Georgia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: Briarcliff Village, 2190 Henderson Mill Road, Atlanta, GA 30345 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Northlake is a private for-profit trade school in Atlanta, Georgia 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-Northlake has a 22.2% completion rate, below the state average of 49.7%, with median graduate debt of $13,583 and median earnings of $24,407 ten years after entry.
Empire Beauty School-Northlake's annual cost of attendance is $22,678, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 69.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,310 | $34,560 | $48,730 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (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 | 36 | $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-Northlake is a private for-profit trade school in Atlanta, Georgia, located in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for tuition. The campus awards one main program family, cosmetology schools, with 36 completers reported in federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 127.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 22.2%, which is below the state average of 49.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,583, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,407. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,678, and 69.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with substantial financial need.
This campus centers on a single short-form program in cosmetology rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a focused, hands-on path into a specific trade. Program length in months or hours is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm scheduling and curriculum details directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status with NACCAS and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and earnings figures before committing.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs, with 36 completers reported in federal data. It is the only program family listed 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 school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 69.1% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 22.2%, which is below the Georgia state average of 49.7%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,583, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,407.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,678, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically relies on tuition revenue and may have different cost and outcome profiles than public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported outcomes.
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 through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review detailed federal outcome data at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?486691.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a focused cosmetology program rather than a multi-year degree, which may appeal to those seeking a shorter, trade-specific path, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology are not reported in this data; contact the school directly at (800) 920-4593 for details on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Empire Beauty School-Northlake 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 cosmetology schools is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?486691 to compare campuses.
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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.