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Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College
Gary, Indiana · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 4853 Broadway Street, Gary, IN 46409 · Phone: 2198849954120 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College is a private for-profit trade school in Gary, Indiana offering nail technician, barber, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College has a 33.3% completion rate versus a 65.5% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $14,302. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College is $22,482, and federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 91.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $21,580 | $36,140 | $43,970 |
| 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, 300–899 hours | 7 | $14,167 | $12,776 | $15,579 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | $14,167 | $12,776 | $15,579 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | $14,167 | $12,776 | $15,579 |
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
Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College is a private for-profit trade school located in Gary, Indiana. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their training. The campus focuses on personal care trades, with its most-awarded programs being nail technician schools, barber schools, and cosmetology schools.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 33.3%, which is below the Indiana state average of 65.5%. Graduates who take out loans carry a median debt of $14,302. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,482, and 91.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body that is largely low-income.
With small program tracks in nail technology, barbering, and cosmetology, this campus may suit students seeking short, hands-on career-training programs rather than multi-year associate degrees. Given the completion rate is below the state average, prospective students—including adult career-changers—should ask the school directly about program length, schedule, and support services. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's full outcomes data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College offers nail technician schools, barber schools, and cosmetology schools, totaling three 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 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 financial aid programs, and 91.2% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.3%, which is below the Indiana state average of 65.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,302, 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; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,482.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means tuition may differ from public institutions and outcomes should be reviewed carefully via the Scorecard.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at 2198849954120 or via its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcomes data at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?475574.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers short, hands-on programs in nail technology, barbering, and cosmetology, which may appeal to career-changers, though specific fit should be confirmed directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school or the state licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College by phone at 2198849954120 or through its website at https://www.lillousbeautyandbarbercollege.com/.
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 in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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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.