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Lawrence & Company College of Cosmetology
Hanford, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 810 North 10th Avenue, Hanford, CA 93230 · Phone: (559) 584-1192 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lawrence & Company College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Hanford, California, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Lawrence & Company College of Cosmetology has an 81.0% completion rate, above the California state average of 64.2%, and graduates carry a median debt of $7,400, 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 Lawrence & Company College of Cosmetology is $22,680, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, with 40.0% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
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 | 50 | $9,544 | $13,702 | $8,254 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $9,544 | $13,702 | $8,254 |
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
Lawrence & Company College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Hanford, California. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid programs such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to help pay for tuition here. Its two program families are cosmetology schools and nail technician schools, with cosmetology being the larger program by enrollment (50 students) followed by nail technician training (18 students).
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 81.0%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs in California. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,400. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,680, and 40.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or nail technology rather than a multi-year degree path, though specific program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Adult learners or career changers considering this school should verify current program details directly with the school by phone or website, and can confirm accreditation status and review additional federal outcome data through the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology programs (50 students) and nail technician programs (18 students), across two program families.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 40.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 81.0%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,400, according to federal 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 directly or check the College Scorecard link for further details.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,680, 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, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid terms compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school by phone or website to confirm current program schedules.
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/?481298.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or scheduling, so career-changer fit cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school at (559) 584-1192 or visit https://www.lawrenceandco.net/ for details on state licensing for cosmetology or nail technician careers.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (559) 584-1192 or visit its website at https://www.lawrenceandco.net/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus; you can use the College Scorecard link to compare federal outcome data 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.