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Hinton Barber and Beauty College
Vallejo, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1035 Tennessee St., Vallejo, CA 94590 · Phone: (707) 647-2800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Hinton Barber and Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school in Vallejo, California offering barber and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Hinton Barber and Beauty College has a 63.0% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, and graduates carry a median debt of $11,445, 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 Hinton Barber and Beauty College is $23,566, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 53.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 40 | $17,211 | $12,776 | $14,556 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $17,211 | $12,776 | $14,556 |
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
Hinton Barber and Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school in Vallejo, California, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school participates in federal Title IV student aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for training. Its main program areas are barber schools, which account for most of its 46 recent completers, and cosmetology schools, a smaller program at the campus.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 63.0%, which is near the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $11,445. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,566, and 53.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
With only two program families and an enrollment of about 50 students, this campus operates as a small, focused training site rather than a comprehensive college. The barber and cosmetology tracks are typically shorter, hands-on programs, which may suit students seeking to enter a licensed trade without a multi-year commitment, though exact program lengths are not stated here. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status, program length, and outcomes directly with the school or through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Hinton Barber and Beauty College offers two program families: barber schools, its largest program with 40 of its recent completers, and cosmetology schools, with 6 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 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 63.0%, which is near the state average of 64.2% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,445, according to federal Scorecard 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 for information.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $23,566.
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 the type of institutional aid available compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (707) 647-2800 or visit its website for specific program schedules.
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 federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?480000.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on barber and cosmetology training suggests programs designed for entry into a specific licensed trade, but specific fit for career changers depends on program length and format, which are not detailed here; contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for barbers and cosmetologists are set by the state of California; the specific certification process is not detailed in this data, so contact the school or state licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Hinton Barber and Beauty College at (707) 647-2800 or through its website, https://hintonbarberbeauty.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and debt 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.