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Huntington School of Beauty Culture
Huntington, West Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5636 U.S. Route 60 East, Huntington, WV 25705 · Phone: (304) 736-6289 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Huntington School of Beauty Culture is a private for-profit trade school in Huntington, WV offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Huntington School of Beauty Culture has a 100.0% completion rate, above the state average of 68.5%, and median earnings of $24,794 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Huntington School of Beauty Culture is $14,878, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 52.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $34,480 | $46,340 |
| Skincare specialists | $25,650 | $38,030 | $46,790 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $27,470 | $38,260 | $46,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in West Virginia (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, 2–4 years | 22 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | 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
Huntington School of Beauty Culture is a private for-profit trade school located in Huntington, West Virginia. 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 school's top programs are cosmetology (36 completers), esthetician training (12 completers), and nail technician training (5 completers), reflecting its focus on beauty and personal-care trades.
According to federal data, the campus has a 100.0% completion rate, which is above the state average of 68.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $24,794. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is $14,878, and 52.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students attend.
This school may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology rather than a multi-year associate degree program, and its high completion rate suggests students consistently finish their chosen program. Career changers interested in a shorter path into a licensed trade may want to consider this option, though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current details by contacting the school directly, confirming accreditation status with NACCAS, and reviewing the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the latest federal outcomes data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Huntington School of Beauty Culture offers cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, with cosmetology being the largest with 36 completers.
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 financial aid programs, so 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 campus has a 100.0% completion rate, which is above the West Virginia state average of 68.5%.
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 at (304) 736-6289 or check the College Scorecard for details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $24,794, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $14,878, per federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, meaning it is operated for profit rather than by a public institution or nonprofit, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (304) 736-6289 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?377643.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's short, focused programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology may suit those seeking a faster path into a licensed trade, though specific program lengths and adult-learner accommodations are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology are set by West Virginia state boards and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Huntington School of Beauty Culture at (304) 736-6289 or through its website at https://huntingtonschoolofbeauty.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions 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.