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Mission Beauty Institute
Mission, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1123 East 9th Street, Mission, TX 78572 · Phone: (956) 584-5816 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Mission Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Mission, Texas offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Mission Beauty Institute has a 37.0% completion rate, below the Texas state average of 63.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and earnings data are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Mission Beauty Institute is $9,729, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid, with 79.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $18,950 | $34,040 | $38,900 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 10 | $15,391 | not reported | $5,797 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $15,391 | not reported | $5,797 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $15,391 | not reported | $5,797 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $15,391 | not reported | $5,797 |
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
Mission Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Mission, Texas, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Because it participates in Title IV, students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for their program. The campus is best known for its esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, along with a barber program, covering four program families in total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 37.0%, below the Texas state average of 63.5%. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $9,729, and 79.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body relies heavily on federal aid.
This school may suit students interested in short, hands-on beauty and personal-care programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Adults considering a career change should weigh the below-average completion rate against program cost and verify current details directly. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures, like debt and earnings, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Mission Beauty Institute offers esthetician, nail technician, cosmetology, and barber programs, with esthetician and nail technician among its largest program areas.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 37.0%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%.
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 at (956) 584-5816 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?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $9,729.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Mission Beauty Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly or visit its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and check outcome data on 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 does not report program lengths or scheduling, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not specified in the data provided; contact the school or the Texas cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Mission Beauty Institute at (956) 584-5816 or visit https://www.missionbeautyinstitute.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not included in this listing; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons of similar programs.
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.