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Hatfield's Mississippi College of Beauty Culture
Laurel, Mississippi · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 732 Sawmill Rd, Laurel, MS 39440 · Phone: (601) 428-7043 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hatfield's Mississippi College of Beauty Culture is a private for-profit trade school in Laurel, Mississippi offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 71.4% completion rate versus a 59.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,500 and median earnings of $13,849 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is $31,210, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 60.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,370 | $27,560 | $39,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (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 | 30 | $8,342 | $13,007 | $10,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $8,342 | $13,007 | $10,500 |
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
Hatfield's Mississippi College of Beauty Culture is a private for-profit trade school located in Laurel, Mississippi, a distant town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus awards programs primarily in cosmetology, with 31 completers reported in cosmetology schools out of an undergraduate enrollment of 57.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 71.4%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $13,849. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $31,210, and 60.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. All figures are drawn from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; no other outcome measures are reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus centers on cosmetology training rather than degree programs, which may suit those seeking a focused, hands-on path into the beauty industry, including career changers, though program length is not reported in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the College Scorecard listing for the most current federal data before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details on schedules, licensing requirements, and enrollment steps not captured in this data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers cosmetology programs, with 31 completers reported in cosmetology schools out of 57 total undergraduate students.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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 federal Title IV aid, 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 71.4%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $6,500 per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $13,849 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $31,210.
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 terms compared to public or non-profit institutions; verify specifics with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (601) 428-7043 or visit hatfieldsinc.com for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?176062.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a focused cosmetology program with a completion rate above the state average, which may suit career changers, but specific program length and schedule details are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology are not detailed in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm state licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (601) 428-7043 or visit their website at https://hatfieldsinc.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?176062 to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across 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.