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Midfield Institute of Cosmetology
Midfield, Alabama · Private non-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 26 B Phillips Drive, Midfield, AL 35228 · Phone: (205) 925-7600 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Midfield Institute of Cosmetology is a private non-profit trade school in Midfield, Alabama offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Midfield Institute of Cosmetology reports a 100.0% completion rate, above the Alabama state average of 45.5%, 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.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Midfield Institute of Cosmetology; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 75.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,300 | $29,150 | $37,230 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (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 | 5 | 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
Midfield Institute of Cosmetology is a private non-profit trade school located in Midfield, Alabama, a large suburb setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students may use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The school's single program family is cosmetology, with its top program listed as Cosmetology schools, which accounted for 5 completers in the most recent federal reporting period out of an undergraduate enrollment of 9.
In terms of outcomes, the campus reports a 100.0% completion rate, well above the Alabama state average of 45.5%. About 75.0% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a largely low-income student population. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking a focused, single-field cosmetology credential rather than a broad associate-degree pathway, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Because the enrollment and completer counts are small, prospective students and career changers should verify current details directly with the school by phone or website, and confirm accreditation status and outcome data using the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Midfield Institute of Cosmetology offers one program family, cosmetology, with its top listed program being Cosmetology schools, which had 5 completers in the most recent reporting period.
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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the Alabama state average of 45.5%.
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 not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (205) 925-7600 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Midfield Institute of Cosmetology is a private non-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and how surplus revenue is used compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
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 check federal outcome data using the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a small, focused cosmetology program with a high completion rate, but specific fit for career changers, such as scheduling flexibility, is not reported in federal data; contact the school to ask directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Midfield Institute of Cosmetology by phone at (205) 925-7600 or through its website at https://midfieldic.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide direct comparisons to other nearby cosmetology schools; use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare other institutions in the area.
Nearby trade and career schools in Alabama
- Lawson State Community CollegeBirmingham, AL · 27% completion
- Paul Mitchell the School-BirminghamHoover, AL · 56% completion
- Winonah's International School of CosmetologyHoover, AL · 61% completion
- Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute BirminghamHoover, AL · career school
- Fortis Institute-BirminghamBirmingham, AL · 34% completion
- Herzing University-BirminghamBirmingham, AL · university
- Jefferson State Community CollegeBirmingham, AL · 26% completion
- University of Alabama at BirminghamBirmingham, AL · university
See all trade and career schools in Alabama or search by ZIP code.
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.