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Hair Academy II
Hillcrest Heights, Maryland · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: Iverson Mall, 3705 Branch Avenue, Lower Level, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748 · Phone: 301459250913 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hair Academy II is a private for-profit trade school in Hillcrest Heights, Maryland offering esthetician, barber, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Hair Academy II has a 54.6% completion rate versus a 46.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $43,383 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Hair Academy II is $25,516, federal financial aid is accepted, and 35.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $35,580 | $46,590 | $63,190 |
| Barbers | $32,720 | $35,400 | $48,670 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,830 | $36,420 | $47,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Maryland (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 | 46 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 37 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | not reported | not reported | 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
Hair Academy II is a private for-profit trade school located in Hillcrest Heights, Maryland, a large suburb. 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 their education. The campus's most-awarded programs are esthetician schools (46 completers), barber schools (37 completers), and cosmetology schools (27 completers), across three program families and 110 total trade completers among 218 undergraduates.
According to federal data, Hair Academy II has a completion rate of 54.6%, which is above the Maryland state average of 46.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,383. The annual cost of attendance is $25,516, and 35.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students pursuing short, hands-on programs in personal-care trades such as barbering, esthetics, or cosmetology, rather than longer associate-degree pathways. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not included in this data; contact the school directly to confirm. To verify accreditation status and outcome figures independently, check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hair Academy II offers esthetician schools, barber schools, and cosmetology schools, with esthetician programs having the most completers (46), followed by barber (37) and cosmetology (27).
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 54.6%, which is above the Maryland state average of 46.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $43,383, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $25,516.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Hair Academy II is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, program pricing, 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 for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check its website for schedule 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 check outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, hands-on trade programs in personal-care fields, but specific fit for adult career-changers, such as scheduling or pacing, is not reported in federal data; contact the school to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for barbering, esthetics, and cosmetology vary by state and are not detailed in this data; contact the school or your state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hair Academy II by phone at 301-459-2509 or visit its website at https://hairacademy2.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; you can check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?436030 to compare institutions.
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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.