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Gerbers Akron Beauty School
Akron, Ohio · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1915 West Market ST. Suite 800, Akron, OH 44313 · Phone: (330) 867-6200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Gerbers Akron Beauty School is a private for-profit trade school in Akron, Ohio offering nail technician, esthetician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this school's completion rate is 60.0%, below the Ohio state average of 68.8%, and median graduate earnings 10 years after entry are $20,907. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Gerbers Akron Beauty School is $13,809, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 36.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $26,650 | $35,590 | $45,240 |
| Skincare specialists | $28,350 | $39,150 | $52,870 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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, under 300 hours | 50 | $14,197 | $13,702 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $14,197 | $13,702 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $14,197 | $13,702 | not reported |
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
Gerbers Akron Beauty School is a private for-profit trade school in Akron, Ohio, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's programs are concentrated in nail technician training, esthetician training, and cosmetology, with nail technician programs making up the largest share of completions.
Federal data show a completion rate of 60.0%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8% for similar programs. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $20,907. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $13,809, and 36.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in nail technology, esthetics, or cosmetology rather than a multi-year degree program; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Career changers considering a shorter-format credential in personal care services may want to weigh the below-average completion rate and earnings figures against their own goals. To verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal outcome data yourself, consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the school directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Gerbers Akron Beauty School offers nail technician schools, esthetician schools, and cosmetology schools, with nail technician training being the most common program (50 completions reported).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 60.0%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8% for similar programs.
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 updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $20,907, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $13,809.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Gerbers Akron Beauty School is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid eligibility compared with public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (330) 867-6200 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?202888.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers programs in nail technology, esthetics, and cosmetology that are typically shorter-format credentials, but specific scheduling and pacing details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should confirm fit directly with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Gerbers Akron Beauty School at (330) 867-6200 or through its website, https://akronbeautyschool.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare completion and earnings figures 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.