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Hair Arts Institute

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

Barber schoolsCosmetology schools
75%completion rate · Oklahoma avg 69%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
not reportedmedian earnings, 6 yrs after entry
not reportedmedian earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$22,622annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (Accredited)
Address: 15001 North May Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73134 · Phone: (405) 286-2600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Hair Arts Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma offering barber and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.

Hair Arts Institute has a 75.0% completion rate, above the state average of 69.1%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Hair Arts Institute is $22,622, and federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, with 47.1% of students receiving Pell.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Hair Arts Institute Hair Arts Institute: 75% 75% Oklahoma average Oklahoma average: 69.1% 69.1% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Barbers$29,340$34,860$35,370
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$18,980$29,650$44,260

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oklahoma (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 22 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 1 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.

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About this school

Hair Arts Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV student aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for training. The school's programs are concentrated in barber schools and cosmetology schools, with barber programs accounting for the bulk of recent completions.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 75.0%, which is above the state average of 69.1% for similar programs. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,622, and 47.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students enrolled here.

This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in barbering or cosmetology rather than a multi-year academic degree, though specific program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Career changers considering this path should independently verify licensing requirements, program length, and schedule directly with the school. To confirm accreditation status and review updated federal outcomes data, prospective students can consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the school directly using the information provided below.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Hair Arts Institute offers barber school programs and cosmetology school programs, with barber programs making up the majority of recent completions.

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, the school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate is 75.0%, which is above the Oklahoma state average of 69.1% for similar programs, per federal data.

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 directly for information.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The listed annual cost of attendance is $22,622.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Hair Arts Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit schools.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (405) 286-2600 or visit its website for details.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?496672.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner accommodations, so career changers should contact the school directly to discuss fit.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements for barbering and cosmetology are not detailed in this data; prospective students should confirm state licensing rules with the Oklahoma State Board and the school.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Hair Arts Institute by phone at (405) 286-2600 or through its website at https://www.hairartsinstitute.com/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and costs across schools.

Other trade and career schools in Oklahoma City, OK

See all trade and career schools in Oklahoma or search by ZIP code.

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.

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