Career Training Path › South Carolina › LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc
LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc
Camden, South Carolina · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 2418 Broad St, Camden, SC 29020 · Phone: (803) 425-8449 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Camden, South Carolina, offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc has an 86.7% completion rate versus a 52.0% state average, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $22,831, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc is $18,170, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 54.8% of students receiving 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 | 20 | $13,167 | not reported | $9,150 |
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
LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Camden, South Carolina, located in a fringe-town setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for their education. The campus focuses on a single program family, cosmetology schools, which accounted for all 20 recent program completers among its 33 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 86.7%, which is above the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $22,831. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,170, and 54.8% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share of the student body has demonstrated financial need. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because this school offers a single, focused cosmetology program rather than a range of associate or degree tracks, it may suit students seeking a concentrated, hands-on path into a specific trade rather than a broad academic experience. Program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students, including career changers, should contact the school directly to confirm timing and format. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures independently, consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc offers cosmetology programs, with 20 recent completers in that single program family.
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, so students may apply for 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 86.7%, which is above the South Carolina state average of 52.0%.
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 (803) 425-8449 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,831 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $18,170.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and eligibility for certain aid or transfer arrangements compared to public 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 (803) 425-8449 or visit its website for 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 federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?444228.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a single, concentrated cosmetology program, which may suit those seeking a focused trade path, but specific scheduling and pacing details are not reported in federal data, so contacting the school is recommended.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach LeGrand Institute of Cosmetology Inc at (803) 425-8449 or through its website, https://www.legrandinstitute.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not include comparative rankings against nearby schools; use the College Scorecard to look up other cosmetology programs in South Carolina for comparison.
Nearby trade and career schools in South Carolina
- Denmark Technical CollegeDenmark, SC · 13% completion
- Southeastern Esthetics InstituteElgin, SC · 90% completion
- Darlington County School DistrictLamar, SC
- Kershaw CountyElgin, SC
- Richard Carroll ElementaryBamberg, SC
- SAGE Truck Driving School - Columbia SCLexington, SC
- Greenville Technical CollegeGreenville, SC · college
- Horry-Georgetown Technical CollegeConway, SC · 38% completion
See all trade and career schools in South Carolina or search by ZIP code.
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.