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GA Beauty & Barber School
McAllen, Texas · Private for-profit
Address: 3301 North Ware Road Suite A-C, McAllen, TX 78501 · Phone: (956) 664-2233 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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GA Beauty & Barber School is a private for-profit trade school in McAllen, TX offering cosmetology, nail technician, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
GA Beauty & Barber School has a 58.8% completion rate, near the Texas average of 63.5%, and graduates carry a median debt of $2,783, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at GA Beauty & Barber School is $15,218, federal financial aid can be used, and 37.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $18,950 | $34,040 | $38,900 |
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 46 | not reported | not reported | $3,345 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 37 | not reported | not reported | $3,345 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 35 | not reported | not reported | $3,345 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | not reported | not reported | $3,345 |
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
GA Beauty & Barber School is a private for-profit trade school located in McAllen, Texas. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for programs here. The campus awards credentials mainly in cosmetology, nail technology, and barbering, with cosmetology schools (46 completers), nail technician schools (37), and barber schools (35) making up its top programs among four total program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 58.8%, which is near the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $2,783. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is $15,218, and 37.2% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus, with 171 undergraduate students and 147 trade program completers in a midsize city setting, may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in personal care trades rather than a traditional multi-year degree path. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not included here — contact the school directly to confirm. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review outcomes independently via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
GA Beauty & Barber School offers cosmetology, nail technician, barber, and esthetician programs. Its top programs by completions are cosmetology schools, nail technician schools, and barber schools.
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. About 37.2% 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 58.8%, which is near the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $2,783, 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. Check the College Scorecard link for any updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $15,218, per 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 can affect tuition costs and financial aid eligibility compared to public institutions. Its Title IV participation means students can still access federal aid.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (956) 664-2233 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?485926.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone. Contact the school directly to discuss options for adult students.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this dataset; contact the school or the Texas licensing board for cosmetology and barbering for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach GA Beauty & Barber School at (956) 664-2233 or through its website at https://www.gabeautybarber.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not included in this dataset; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across schools.
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.