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Montana Barber Institute
El Paso, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1920 N Zaragoza Rd. Suite 101 - 103, El Paso, TX 79938 · Phone: (915) 760-7964 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Montana Barber Institute is a private for-profit trade school in El Paso, TX offering barber schools programs.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the state average completion rate for similar programs is 63.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This school does participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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, 1–2 years | 20 | 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
Montana Barber Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in El Paso, Texas, a large city locale. It is approved to participate in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, or Pell Grants to help cover costs. The school's accreditation status is listed as 'Not found in DAPIP' in federal data, so prospective students should confirm current accreditation directly with the school. The campus offers one program family, barber schools, with 20 completers reported, and this is the top program awarded at this campus.
Federal outcome data for this campus is limited. The state average completion rate for similar programs is 63.5%, but this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because only one program is listed — barber schools — this campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in barbering rather than a broad multi-program associate degree environment. Adult and career-changer fit cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length and format are not specified. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review any available outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, and contact the school directly for tuition, schedule, and program-length details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Montana Barber Institute offers one program family: barber schools, with 20 completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
The school's accreditation status is listed as 'Not found in DAPIP' in federal data. Contact the school directly at (915) 760-7964 or visit its website to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students may be eligible for FAFSA-based aid, including federal loans and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for similar programs is 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. Check the College Scorecard link for any 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 directly for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Montana Barber Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, ownership structure, and how funds are used compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data; contact the school directly to ask about the duration of its barber schools program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review this campus's federal data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?493655.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This cannot be determined from the data provided, since program length, schedule, and setting details are not specified in federal reporting.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing a barber program are not reported in federal data; contact the school or your state's barber licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Montana Barber Institute at (915) 760-7964 or through its website at https://www.montanabarberinstitute.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby barber schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to look up and compare other campuses.
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.