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Empire Beauty School-Tampa
Tampa, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: Brandon Crossings, 10083 East Adamo Drive, Tampa, FL 33619 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-Tampa is a private for-profit trade school in Tampa, Florida, offering cosmetology programs and accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Empire Beauty School-Tampa has a 54.3% completion rate versus a 70.5% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $10,667 and median earnings of $23,921 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Empire Beauty School-Tampa is $22,700, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 59.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 38 | $17,189 | $17,416 | $12,090 |
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-Tampa is a private for-profit trade campus located in Tampa, Florida, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's primary program area is cosmetology schools, with 38 completers reported and a total undergraduate enrollment of 111 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 54.3%, which is below the state average of 70.5% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,667, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $23,921. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,700, and 59.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus centers on a single program family — cosmetology — which typically appeals to students seeking a focused, hands-on career-training path rather than a multi-year degree. Because specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, prospective students should confirm schedule and duration directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify accreditation status through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-Tampa offers cosmetology programs, its only reported program family, with 38 completers recorded in federal data.
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, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, and 59.6% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 54.3%, which is below the Florida state average of 70.5% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,667, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $23,921.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,700.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Empire Beauty School-Tampa is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and the types of institutional aid available 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 empire.edu to confirm schedule 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 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single focused cosmetology program may suit those seeking a short, hands-on career path, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here and should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing a cosmetology program are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Empire Beauty School-Tampa at (800) 920-4593 or through its website, empire.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across 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.