Career Training Path › Illinois › Ms Roberts Academy of Beauty Culture
Ms Roberts Academy of Beauty Culture
Hillside, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 552 North Mannheim Road, Hillside, IL 60162 · Phone: (708) 649-9088 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Ms Roberts Academy of Beauty Culture is a private for-profit trade school in Hillside, Illinois, offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 43.8% completion rate, below the Illinois state average of 58.4%, and median graduate earnings of $24,535 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Ms Roberts Academy of Beauty Culture is $17,705, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 25.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $31,200 | $37,050 | $46,410 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Ms Roberts Academy of Beauty Culture is a private for-profit trade school in Hillside, Illinois, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help cover costs. Its main programs are cosmetology schools (19 completers) and nail technician schools (2 completers), spanning three program offerings total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 43.8%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Median earnings of graduates 10 years after entry are $24,535, and the annual cost of attendance is $17,705. About 25.2% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school suits students pursuing cosmetology or nail technician credentials, particularly those in the Hillside/Chicago suburban area. Because the school offers program-specific training rather than broad general education, it may fit career-changers seeking a focused path into cosmetology work, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Ms Roberts Academy of Beauty Culture offers cosmetology school programs (19 completers) and nail technician school programs (2 completers), totaling three programs.
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 programs, so eligible 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 43.8%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
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 (708) 649-9088 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings of graduates 10 years after entry are $24,535, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $17,705, according to federal data.
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 the cost structure 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 for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (708) 649-9088 or visit its website for details.
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 official outcomes data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?249061.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused cosmetology and nail technician training, which may suit career-changers, though specific scheduling or program length details 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 and nail technician careers vary by state; this is not reported for this campus in federal data, so check with the Illinois state licensing board or the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Ms Roberts Academy of Beauty Culture at (708) 649-9088 or visit https://www.msroberts-academy.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 for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?249061 to compare similar institutions.
Nearby trade and career schools in Illinois
- College of DuPageGlen Ellyn, IL · 25% completion
- G Skin & Beauty InstituteSchaumburg, IL · 64% completion
- Pivot Point AcademyBloomingdale, IL · 91% completion
- Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-ElginElgin, IL · 89% completion
- Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Glendale HeightsGlendale Heights, IL · career school
- Paul Mitchell the School-LombardLombard, IL · career school
- Empire Beauty School-Stone ParkStone Park, IL · 38% completion
- Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail TechnologyDekalb, IL · 63% completion
See all trade and career schools in Illinois 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.