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KC's School of Hair Design
Pontotoc, Mississippi · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 280 Turnpike Rd, Pontotoc, MS 38863 · Phone: (662) 489-8176 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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KC's School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Pontotoc, Mississippi, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
KC's School of Hair Design has a 95.0% completion rate, above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%, and graduates carry a median debt of $7,978, 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 KC's School of Hair Design is $15,607, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 68.4% 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 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,750 | $37,300 | $45,800 |
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 | 35 | not reported | not reported | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | $9,833 |
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
KC's School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Pontotoc, Mississippi, located in a remote rural setting. The school 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. Its main programs are cosmetology (37 completers) and nail technician training (4 completers), serving a small undergraduate enrollment of 58 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 95.0%, well above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%. Graduates who took on debt carried a median of $7,978. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,607, and 68.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the school serves a largely lower-income student population.
This campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in cosmetology or nail technology rather than a multi-year degree, given its program structure and high completion rate. Adult career-changers considering a shift into personal care services may find the shorter program format relevant, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. 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 federal outcome data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
KC's School of Hair Design offers cosmetology programs (37 completers) and nail technician programs (4 completers), across program families in cosmetology and nail technology.
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 financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 95.0%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,978, 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 at (662) 489-8176 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,607 in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition and outcome patterns than public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should compare cost and outcome data carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (662) 489-8176 or visit its website for 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 review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?374343.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's short-format cosmetology and nail technician programs may suit adults seeking a career change, though specific scheduling and program length details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and nail technician careers are not detailed in the available data; contact the school directly for state licensing guidance.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach KC's School of Hair Design at (662) 489-8176 or through its website, https://www.kcsschoolofhair.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across other cosmetology programs.
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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.