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John Wesley International Barber and Beauty College
Long Beach, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 920 Atlantic Avenue Suite 200, Long Beach, CA 90813 · Phone: (562) 435-7060 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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John Wesley International Barber and Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school in Long Beach, California, offering barber and 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 60.0% completion rate, near the state average of 64.2%, with median earnings of $23,643 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at John Wesley International Barber and Beauty College is $22,053, and federal financial aid can be used here since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 77.1% 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 | 15 | $12,543 | $11,586 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $12,543 | $11,586 | 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
John Wesley International Barber and Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school located in Long Beach, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid through Title IV programs. The campus centers on two program families: barber schools, which account for the majority of enrollments, and cosmetology schools.
Of the 57 undergraduates enrolled, 21 are trade program completers. The completion rate stands at 60.0%, which is near the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,643. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,053. A large share of students, 77.1%, receive Pell Grants, indicating the student population draws heavily on need-based aid. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in barbering or cosmetology rather than a broader associate degree path. Given the significant Pell Grant reliance and program focus, it may be relevant to adult learners or career changers, though the data does not specify program lengths or schedule format. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers barber school and cosmetology school programs, with barber programs representing the larger share of enrollments (15 vs 6).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 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 completion rate is 60.0%, which is near the state average of 64.2% per the College Scorecard.
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 (562) 435-7060 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,643 per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,053.
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 the way institutional aid, if any, is structured compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 (562) 435-7060 or visit its website for schedule 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 official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify whether programs are designed for adult career changers, so this is not reported in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to ask about scheduling and program fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data for this campus; contact the school or California's licensing board for barbering and cosmetology for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach John Wesley International Barber and Beauty College at (562) 435-7060 or through its website, https://www.johnwesleybarberbeauty.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes with other 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.