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Kenny's Academy of Barbering
Indianapolis, Indiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2150 Lafayette Road, Indianapolis, IN 46222 · Phone: (317) 635-5900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Kenny's Academy of Barbering is a private for-profit trade school in Indianapolis, Indiana, offering barber schools and cosmetology schools programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Kenny's Academy of Barbering has a 54.5% completion rate, below the Indiana state average of 65.5%, with median graduate debt of $16,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Kenny's Academy of Barbering is $16,114, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. About 35.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $29,670 | $33,600 | $55,850 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,890 | $32,830 | $44,910 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Indiana (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 | 43 | $20,077 | not reported | $16,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $20,077 | not reported | $16,500 |
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
Kenny's Academy of Barbering is a private for-profit trade school located in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 campus awards credentials mainly in two program families: barber schools, which account for the majority of completions, and cosmetology schools.
Of the roughly 178 undergraduate students enrolled, 48 are trade completers. The campus completion rate is 54.5%, which is below the Indiana state average of 65.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $16,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,114, and 35.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in barbering or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so career changers should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, and contact the school directly for details not captured in federal reporting, such as program length or class schedules.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Kenny's Academy of Barbering offers programs in barber schools (43 completions) and cosmetology schools (5 completions), making barbering its primary program area.
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, so students may 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 54.5%, which is below the Indiana state average of 65.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $16,500.
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 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $16,114.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Kenny's Academy of Barbering is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid terms, and accountability requirements compared to 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 (317) 635-5900 or visit 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 federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488439.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on barbering and cosmetology programs suggests a career-training model, but specific program lengths and scheduling for adult learners are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for barbers and cosmetologists are set by the state of Indiana; this campus's federal data does not specify exam or licensure details, so contact the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Kenny's Academy of Barbering by phone at (317) 635-5900 or through its website at https://kennysacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby barber or cosmetology schools is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488439 to compare completion rates, cost, and debt across schools.
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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.