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MAK Beauty Institute
Cumming, Georgia · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 570 Lakeland Plaza, Cumming, GA 30040 · Phone: (770) 292-9669 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Aug 2026 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Jan 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
MAK Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Cumming, Georgia offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
MAK Beauty Institute has a 74.1% completion rate, above the Georgia state average of 49.7%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at MAK Beauty Institute is $18,012, and the school accepts federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 20.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,310 | $34,560 | $48,730 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (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 | 28 | not reported | not reported | $7,305 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | not reported | not reported | $7,305 |
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
MAK Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Cumming, Georgia, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The school's primary program area is cosmetology, with cosmetology schools accounting for 56 program completions and representing its main area of focus.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 74.1%, which is above the Georgia state average of 49.7% for similar programs. About 20.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $18,012. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing focused, hands-on training in cosmetology rather than a broad multi-year degree, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Career changers considering this path should verify current program offerings, schedules, and costs directly with the school by phone or website. Prospective students can also confirm accreditation status and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
MAK Beauty Institute offers cosmetology programs, with 56 completions reported in this field. This is the school's primary program area, with 2 total programs listed.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, MAK Beauty Institute is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants. About 20.3% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 74.1%, which is above the Georgia state average of 49.7% for similar 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 directly at (770) 292-9669 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 for any future updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $18,012. Contact the school directly to confirm current tuition and fees, as costs can change.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
MAK Beauty Institute is a private for-profit school. This distinction can affect tuition levels, funding sources, and how the school is regulated compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided. Contact the school by phone at (770) 292-9669 or visit their website for details on program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data using the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?490221.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or format, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone. Contact the school directly to ask about flexible scheduling or accommodations for adult learners.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data. Contact the school directly or check Georgia's cosmetology licensing board for specific requirements after program completion.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach MAK Beauty Institute by phone at (770) 292-9669 or visit their website at https://www.makbeautyinstitute.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons to other nearby cosmetology schools. Use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare other institutions in Georgia offering similar programs.
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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.