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Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology

Chubbuck, Idaho · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

Also listed as: Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology in Chubbuck also appears in the federal (IPEDS) record. Separate records usually reflect separate registrations, not separate schools.

Esthetician schoolsCosmetology schoolsNail technician schoolsBarber schools
86%completion rate · Idaho avg 71%
not reportedmedian debt of graduates
not reportedmedian earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$22,209median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$23,787annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (Accredited)
Address: 141 East Chubbuck Road, Chubbuck, ID 83202 · Phone: (208) 232-9170 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Chubbuck, Idaho offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.

Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology has an 85.7% completion rate, above Idaho's 71.0% average, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $22,209, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.

Annual cost of attendance at Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology is $23,787, and federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, with 62.5% of students receiving Pell.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Nathan Layne Institut… Nathan Layne Institut…: 85.7% 85.7% Idaho average Idaho average: 71% 71% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Skincare specialists$21,630$34,130$43,880
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$22,810$35,480$37,710
Manicurists and pedicurists$25,150$34,910$40,220
Barbers$21,880$36,040$48,810

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Idaho (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 19 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 16 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 14 not reported not reported not reported
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 8 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.

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About this school

Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Chubbuck, Idaho, a small suburb. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The school's main programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with additional offerings in barber training, totaling five program families.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 85.7%, which is above the Idaho state average of 71.0%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $22,209. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,787, and 62.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially need-based enrollment. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.

This school may suit students seeking hands-on, hair and beauty industry training, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, so applicants should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Adults considering a career change should verify accreditation status and outcome data independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and by contacting the school directly. Prospective students are encouraged to review all program details, licensing requirements, and costs before enrolling, since some figures — such as graduate debt — are not reported for this campus in federal data.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology offers esthetician, cosmetology, nail technician, and barber programs, totaling five program families.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS).

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 85.7%, which is above the Idaho state average of 71.0%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for more information.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,209, per the College Scorecard.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is $23,787.

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 costs and financial aid eligibility compared to public institutions.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for details on program duration.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and check outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?142489.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data does not specify program lengths or scheduling, so it is unclear if this is tailored for adult career changers; contact the school to confirm fit.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; contact the school or check state licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology requirements.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Nathan Layne Institute of Cosmetology at (208) 232-9170 or visit their website at https://www.nathanlayneinstitute.com/.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

This data does not include comparative information on other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard for additional comparisons.

Nearby trade and career schools in Idaho

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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.

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