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Morgantown Beauty College Inc
Morgantown, West Virginia · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 276 Walnut St, Morgantown, WV 26505 · Phone: 30429284750 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Mar 2024 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Mar 2024 · Renewal of Accreditation.
Morgantown Beauty College Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Morgantown, WV offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Morgantown Beauty College Inc has a 72.2% completion rate versus a 68.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,365 and median earnings of $22,230 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Morgantown Beauty College Inc is $18,079, federal financial aid can be used here, and 52.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $25,650 | $38,030 | $46,790 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $34,480 | $46,340 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $27,470 | $38,260 | $46,790 |
| Massage therapists | $22,450 | $46,600 | $58,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in West Virginia (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 | 32 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 2–4 years | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | 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
Morgantown Beauty College Inc is a private for-profit trade school located in Morgantown, West Virginia. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus's top programs are esthetician training, cosmetology, and nail technician preparation, reflecting a focus on personal-care service trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 72.2%, which is near the West Virginia state average of 68.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,365, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,230. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,079, and 52.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
Given its program mix and relatively short, hands-on beauty and personal-care tracks, this campus may suit students seeking direct-entry careers in cosmetology-related fields, including adult learners changing careers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome details through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Morgantown Beauty College Inc offers esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, among five program offerings in the personal-care trades.
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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.2%, which is near the West Virginia state average of 68.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,365, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,230.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,079.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Morgantown Beauty College Inc is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing and typically means it relies more heavily on tuition and financial aid revenue than public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?237570.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on hands-on beauty and personal-care programs may suit career changers, but specific fit factors like program length and schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology are set by the state of West Virginia; contact the school or state licensing board to confirm current requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Morgantown Beauty College Inc by phone at 30429284750 or visit their website at https://www.morgantownbeautycollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative placement or outcome data against nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare individual metrics.
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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.