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Headmasters School of Hair Design
Lewiston, Idaho · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 602 Main St, Lewiston, ID 83501 · Phone: (208) 743-1512 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Headmasters School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Lewiston, Idaho offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Headmasters School of Hair Design has a 67.6% completion rate, near Idaho's 71.0% average, with median graduate debt of $10,556 and median earnings of $17,707 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Headmasters School of Hair Design is $15,716, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 54.8% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,810 | $35,480 | $37,710 |
| Skincare specialists | $21,630 | $34,130 | $43,880 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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 | 17 | not reported | $15,817 | $10,556 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | $15,817 | $10,556 |
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
Headmasters School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school located in Lewiston, Idaho, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. The school's most-awarded programs are Cosmetology (17 completers) and Esthetician training (14 completers), out of 31 total trade completers among 92 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 67.6%, which is near the Idaho state average of 71.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,556, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $17,707. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,716, and 54.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Based on its program families, this campus centers on cosmetology and esthetics training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students seeking focused, hands-on trade preparation over a shorter timeframe; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should independently verify current program schedules and licensing requirements directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review the full federal outcomes dataset via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Headmasters School of Hair Design offers two program families: Cosmetology (17 completers) and Esthetician training (14 completers), totaling 31 trade completers.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 54.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 67.6%, which is near the Idaho state average of 71.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $10,556.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $17,707.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,716.
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 pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (208) 743-1512 or visit headmasters.edu 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 at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?247010.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and esthetics programs suggests hands-on trade training, but specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school at (208) 743-1512 or check with Idaho's state licensing board for cosmetology and esthetics requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Headmasters School of Hair Design at (208) 743-1512 or through their website, https://headmasters.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby cosmetology or esthetician schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?247010 to compare schools directly.
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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.