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Lia Schorr Institute of Cosmetic Skin Care Training
New York, New York · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 57 west 57 street suite 1409, New York, NY 10019 · Phone: (212) 486-9541 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lia Schorr Institute of Cosmetic Skin Care Training is a private for-profit trade school in New York, NY offering esthetician training, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Lia Schorr Institute of Cosmetic Skin Care Training has an 88.9% completion rate, above the state average of 64.0%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Lia Schorr Institute of Cosmetic Skin Care Training is $11,345, and federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 75.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $33,510 | $42,910 | $63,280 |
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, 300–899 hours | 93 | $36,823 | not reported | $6,333 |
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
Lia Schorr Institute of Cosmetic Skin Care Training is a private for-profit trade school located in New York, NY. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used by students who qualify. The campus focuses on a single program family, esthetician training, with 93 completers reported in the most recent federal data.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 88.9%, which is above the state average of 64.0% for similar programs in New York. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $11,345, and 75.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body relies on need-based federal aid.
This school may suit students looking for a focused, single-track esthetician program rather than a broad multi-program associate degree environment. Because program length details are not included in this data, prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm scheduling and duration. Career changers considering esthetics should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the College Scorecard link provided, and confirm any licensing requirements with the state cosmetology board before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician training, with 93 program completers reported in federal data. This is the school's only reported program family.
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, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students who qualify can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 75.8% 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 88.9%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0% for comparable programs, per federal data.
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 (212) 486-9541 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students can check the College Scorecard link for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $11,345.
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 structure and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions. Students should review cost and aid terms directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data. Contact the school directly at (212) 486-9541 or visit https://www.liaschorrinstitute.com/ for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?427335.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a small enrollment (34 undergraduates) and a single focused esthetician program, which may suit students seeking a concentrated career-training track, though specific adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; esthetician graduates typically need state licensure, so contact the school or your state cosmetology board to confirm specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (212) 486-9541 or visit https://www.liaschorrinstitute.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby esthetician schools is not included in this listing; prospective students should check the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and costs 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.