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Leon Studio One School of Beauty Knowledge
Williamsville, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5385 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221 · Phone: 71663138781 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Leon Studio One School of Beauty Knowledge is a private for-profit trade school in Williamsville, NY offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Leon Studio One reports a 100.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, and median earnings of $26,249 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Leon Studio One is reported at $25,492, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with about 38.1% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $33,960 | $35,760 | $58,320 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Leon Studio One School of Beauty Knowledge is a private for-profit trade school in Williamsville, New York, located in a large suburb. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) to attend. The campus's single program family is cosmetology, with cosmetology schools accounting for its top program (15 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, compared to a state average of 64.0%, putting this campus above the state average for completion. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,249. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,492. About 38.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, with only 22 undergraduate students and a single program area, may suit someone focused specifically on cosmetology training in a small, hands-on setting, including adult career changers, though program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. 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 outcomes data before enrolling, since figures can change year to year and this summary reflects only the data provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Leon Studio One offers cosmetology school programs, its only listed program family, with 15 program completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is reported at 100.0%, above the New York state average of 64.0%.
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 directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,249.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $25,492 per year.
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 levels, financial aid terms, and institutional ownership structure compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at 71663138781 or visit its website to confirm.
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 outcomes data at the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441618).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program lengths or schedules, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; 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 your state's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 71663138781 or visit its website at https://www.leonstudioone.com/school/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby cosmetology schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.