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First Class Cosmetology School
Beloit, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career school
Address: 306 State Street, Beloit, WI 53511 · Phone: (608) 362-5216 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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First Class Cosmetology School is a private for-profit trade school in Beloit, Wisconsin offering cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, First Class Cosmetology School has an 86.5% completion rate versus a 62.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $10,194 and median earnings of $26,792 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at First Class Cosmetology School is $23,048, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 73.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $46,220 | $59,660 |
| Barbers | $30,530 | $36,540 | $58,190 |
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, 1–2 years | 29 | $13,520 | $22,871 | $10,194 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $13,520 | $22,871 | $10,194 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $13,520 | $22,871 | $10,194 |
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
First Class Cosmetology School is a private for-profit trade school located in Beloit, Wisconsin, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The school's main offerings are cosmetology programs (29 completers), esthetician programs (18 completers), and barber programs (2 completers), covering three program families in total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 86.5%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,194, and median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $26,792. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,048, and 73.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need. All other figures not mentioned here are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students interested in short, hands-on programs in cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families offered. Because the data does not specify program lengths or scheduling, career changers should contact the school directly to confirm whether format and pacing fit their needs. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
First Class Cosmetology School offers cosmetology programs (29 completers), esthetician programs (18 completers), and barber programs (2 completers), spanning three program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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, 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 is 86.5%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,194, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $26,792.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,048.
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, financial aid packaging, and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (608) 362-5216 or visit its website 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 official outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461874.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so this cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; prospective students should contact the school directly to ask about format and pacing.
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 directly for details on state licensing for cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach First Class Cosmetology School at (608) 362-5216 or through its website, https://firstclasscosmetologyschool.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to look up other schools in the area for comparison.
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.