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Fountain of Youth Academy of Cosmetology
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5824 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 · Phone: (724) 625-3691 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fountain of Youth Academy of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Pittsburgh, PA offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 25.0% completion rate versus a 66.2% state average, and median graduate debt is $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Fountain of Youth Academy of Cosmetology is $30,225, and federal financial aid can be used here (Title IV eligible). About 7.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 17 | $19,691 | not reported | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $19,691 | not reported | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $19,691 | not reported | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $19,691 | not reported | $6,333 |
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
Fountain of Youth Academy of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV, including FAFSA and Pell Grants) can be used at this campus. The school's most-awarded programs are cosmetology (26 completers) and esthetician training (4 completers), out of 4 total program offerings.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 25.0%, which is below the state average of 66.2%. Median debt among graduates is $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $30,225, and 7.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
This campus enrolls a small student body (about 45 undergraduates) and is set in a large city locale. Based on the program families offered, it is oriented toward short, hands-on cosmetology and esthetician training rather than multi-year associate degrees; whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on personal scheduling needs not detailed in this data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology and esthetician programs, with cosmetology (26 completers) and esthetician training (4 completers) being the most-awarded among its 4 total programs.
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 financial 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 25.0%, which is below the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $6,333, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed annual cost of attendance is $30,225.
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 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 in the data provided; contact the school at (724) 625-3691 or visit its website for 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 official outcomes at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?485236.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program families offered (cosmetology, esthetician) are typically short, hands-on tracks, but specific scheduling or fit for adult career-changers is not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or the Pennsylvania state licensing board for cosmetology and esthetics requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fountain of Youth Academy of Cosmetology at (724) 625-3691 or through its website, https://fountainofyouthacademy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare similar programs in the Pittsburgh area.
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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.