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New Beginning College of Cosmetology
Albertville, Alabama · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 421 Martling Road, Albertville, AL 35951 · Phone: (256) 878-6430 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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New Beginning College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Albertville, AL offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 31.0% completion rate versus a 45.5% state average, and median graduate debt is $9,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at New Beginning College of Cosmetology is $18,619, and the school accepts federal financial aid (Title IV). About 66.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,300 | $29,150 | $37,230 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,540 | $39,260 | $46,170 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Alabama (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 | 36 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | 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
New Beginning College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Albertville, Alabama, in a distant town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid. Its programs award primarily in cosmetology schools (36 completers) and esthetician schools (4 completers), reflecting a small, focused training operation with 81 undergraduate students and 40 total trade completers.
Looking at outcomes, the campus's completion rate is 31.0%, which is below the state average of 45.5%. Median debt for graduates is $9,500. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,619, and 66.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with substantial financial need.
This school may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a multi-year degree, though program length in months or hours is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm program duration directly with the school. Given the below-average completion rate, prospective students—including career changers—should ask the school directly about support services, scheduling, and licensing exam pass rates, since these are not reported in federal data. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, consult the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
New Beginning College of Cosmetology offers cosmetology programs (36 completers) and esthetician programs (4 completers). These are its only two program families reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 apply for 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 31.0%, which is below the Alabama state average of 45.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,500, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link or contact the school directly for more information.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $18,619.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different pricing, aid eligibility rules, and outcomes reporting compared to public or non-profit institutions. Students should review the completion and debt figures carefully given this classification.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length in months or hours is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (256) 878-6430 or visit its website 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 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard page for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a small program focused on cosmetology and esthetics with a majority Pell-eligible student body, but specific fit for career changers, such as flexible scheduling, is not reported in federal data. Contact the school directly to discuss options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach New Beginning College of Cosmetology at (256) 878-6430 or through its website, https://www.nbccosmetology.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and costs across schools in the area.
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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.