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Fosbre Academy of Hair Design
Olympia, Washington · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2703 Capital Mall Dr SW, Olympia, WA 98502 · Phone: (360) 481-6816 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Fosbre Academy of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Olympia, Washington offering cosmetology and esthetician programs.
Federal outcome data on completion rate versus the state average, median graduate debt, and median earnings is not reported for this campus, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data for Fosbre Academy of Hair Design; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, but the share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,830 | $59,510 | $73,540 |
| Skincare specialists | $48,620 | $79,320 | $95,260 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Washington (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 | 28 | $21,647 | not reported | $10,571 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $21,647 | not reported | $10,571 |
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
Fosbre Academy of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school located in Olympia, Washington, in a small-city setting. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. Its accreditation status is not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database, so prospective students should confirm current accreditation directly with the school. The campus awards credentials mainly in two program families: cosmetology and esthetics, with cosmetology (28 completers) and esthetician training (23 completers) making up its top programs.
Federal data reports 51 total trade program completers at this campus. The state average completion rate for similar programs in Washington is 66.1%, but this campus's own completion rate compared to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its focus on cosmetology and esthetics, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, hands-focused trade training rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Career changers and adult students should independently verify schedules, program length, and licensing requirements with the school directly. To confirm accreditation status and check for any additional outcome data, contact the school at (360) 481-6816, visit its website, or review its listing on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fosbre Academy of Hair Design offers two program families: cosmetology schools (28 completers) and esthetician schools (23 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
The school's accreditation status is listed as not found in DAPIP. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link to verify current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for Washington is 66.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check the College Scorecard for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition and fees.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fosbre Academy of Hair Design is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs, ownership structure, and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm program schedules and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488271, or contact the school at (360) 481-6816 or via its website.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in the available federal data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing exams for cosmetology or esthetics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fosbre Academy of Hair Design at (360) 481-6816 or through its website at https://www.fosbre-academy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other schools offering cosmetology or esthetics programs nearby is not included in this listing's federal data; check the College Scorecard for comparison tools.
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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.