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Long Island Nail Skin & Hair Institute
Bethpage, New York · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1055 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714 · Phone: (516) 520-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Long Island Nail Skin & Hair Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Bethpage, NY offering esthetician and nail technician programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has an 88.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $5,611 and median earnings of $23,404 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is $21,705, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants, with 26.3% of students receiving 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 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $32,240 | $34,660 | $34,930 |
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 | 286 | $19,754 | $19,987 | $4,045 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 109 | $19,754 | $19,987 | $4,045 |
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
Long Island Nail Skin & Hair Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Bethpage, New York, in a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and is approved for federal student aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help cover costs. Its two program families are esthetician schools and nail technician schools, with esthetician training being the larger program at 286 completers, followed by nail technician training with 109 completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 88.0%, which is above the state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,611, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,404. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,705, and 26.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body comes from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, shorter-term training in esthetics or nail technology rather than a multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering this path should verify current accreditation status and review the full outcomes data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and confirm tuition and schedule details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers esthetician training (286 completers) and nail technician training (109 completers), covering two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, with a current status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including 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 88.0%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $5,611, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,404.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,705.
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 and financial aid options compared to public institutions; verify current tuition and terms directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (516) 520-4800 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review official outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461838.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Career-changer fit specifics such as evening or flexible scheduling are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to ask about options for working adults.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with New York State licensing boards and the school for esthetics and nail technology licensure requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Long Island Nail Skin & Hair Institute at (516) 520-4800 or through its website, https://www.nailskinhairinstitute.edu/.
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 link to compare outcomes 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.