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Mississippi Institute of Aesthetics Nails & Cosmetology
Clinton, Mississippi · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 460-B Springridge Rd, Clinton, MS 39056 · Phone: (601) 925-1344 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Mississippi Institute of Aesthetics Nails & Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Clinton, Mississippi, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 66.7% completion rate versus a 59.5% state average, and median graduate earnings 10 years after entry are $28,148. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Mississippi Institute of Aesthetics Nails & Cosmetology is $12,255, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 36.1% of students receiving Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $20,960 | $41,160 | $80,100 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,370 | $27,560 | $39,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (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 | 45 | $14,080 | $14,870 | $3,748 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 28 | $14,080 | $14,870 | $3,748 |
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
Mississippi Institute of Aesthetics Nails & Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Clinton, Mississippi, a large suburb. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students may use federal financial aid (Title IV) to attend. The campus's top programs by completions are esthetician schools (45) and cosmetology schools (28), making it a two-program career training campus focused on personal care services.
Federal data show a completion rate of 66.7%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5% for similar programs. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $28,148. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $12,255, and 36.1% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a meaningful share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, shorter-term training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Adults considering a career change should confirm schedule, licensing requirements, and program length directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, consult the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician programs (45 completions) and cosmetology programs (28 completions), for a total of two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 66.7%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5% for comparable programs.
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 (601) 925-1344 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,148, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $12,255.
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, financial aid packaging, and accreditation type compared to public or non-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 review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link, https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455105.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers focused esthetician and cosmetology training rather than multi-year degree programs, which may suit those seeking shorter career-focused study, though specific scheduling and program length details are not reported here.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (601) 925-1344 or visit its website at https://msinstitute.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.