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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia
Columbia, South Carolina · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 449 Saint Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29210 · Phone: (803) 772-6042 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia is a private for-profit trade school in Columbia, SC offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 53.8% completion rate, near the SC state average of 52.0%, with median graduate debt of $5,858 and median earnings of $25,088 10 years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia is $22,984, federal aid can be used since it participates in Title IV, and 77.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,340 | $33,700 | $56,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Carolina (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 | 45 | $18,217 | $17,786 | $5,893 |
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
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia is a private for-profit trade school located in Columbia, South Carolina. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students may use federal financial aid (Title IV) to attend. The campus concentrates on a single program family, cosmetology, with cosmetology schools programs (45 completers) making up its primary offering.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 53.8%, which is near the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,858, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,088. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,984, and 77.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-to-moderate-income student body.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 127 in a large suburb setting, focuses solely on cosmetology training rather than offering multiple trade families. Because it centers on a single, defined program, it may suit students seeking a focused entry into the cosmetology field rather than those exploring several trades. Anyone considering enrollment 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 completion, debt, and earnings figures, since program length and specific costs beyond the reported annual figure are not detailed here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers one program family, cosmetology, with cosmetology schools programs accounting for 45 completers.
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 financial aid programs, and 77.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.8%, which is near the South Carolina state average of 52.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $5,858.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,088.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,984.
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 program structure compared with public or non-profit institutions.
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 (803) 772-6042 or via its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?218195.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats, so fit for a career changer is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or the South Carolina cosmetology licensing board for current requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia at (803) 772-6042 or through its website at https://www.kennethshuler.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare individual school statistics.
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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.