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Gould's Academy
Memphis, Tennessee · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1203 Ridgeway Road # 203, Memphis, TN 38119 · Phone: (901) 682-3737 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Gould's Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Memphis, Tennessee, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Gould's Academy has a 79.5% completion rate, above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, and graduates carry a median debt of $7,767, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Gould's Academy is $15,756, and students can use federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 58.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,200 | $36,590 | $44,500 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,700 | $31,310 | $39,990 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,450 | $34,810 | $40,000 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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 | 74 | $19,220 | $18,398 | $7,677 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 29 | $19,220 | $18,398 | $7,677 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 29 | $19,220 | $18,398 | $7,677 |
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
Gould's Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Memphis, Tennessee. It 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, to help pay for their education. The campus offers three program families, with the most commonly awarded credentials being in esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools.
Federal data shows this campus has a completion rate of 79.5%, which is above the state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,767. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,756, and 58.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on beauty and personal-care training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Career changers considering a shift into esthetics, cosmetology, or nail technology may want to review program specifics directly with the school. To verify current accreditation status and outcomes, prospective students should check with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Gould's Academy offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with esthetician programs being the largest by completions.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Gould's Academy 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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial 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 at Gould's Academy is 79.5%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,767, 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 annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,756.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Gould's Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available federal data; contact the school at (901) 682-3737 or visit their 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 federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?486530.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specifically address career-changer fit, but the school offers programs in esthetics, cosmetology, and nail technology, which are typically shorter-format career training fields; contact the school to discuss scheduling and format.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly at (901) 682-3737 or visit https://www.gouldsacademy.com/ for program-specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Gould's Academy by phone at (901) 682-3737 or through their website at https://www.gouldsacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included in this dataset; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across schools.
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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.