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North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc
Modesto, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 124 Floyd Ave, Modesto, CA 95350 · Phone: (209) 526-2040 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Modesto, CA offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc has a 70.1% completion rate, above the state average of 64.2%, with median graduate debt of $11,000 and median earnings of $27,269 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc is $22,013, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 47.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 52 | $16,812 | $13,810 | $9,995 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 51 | $16,812 | $13,810 | $9,995 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $16,812 | $13,810 | $9,995 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $16,812 | $13,810 | $9,995 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 5 | $16,812 | $13,810 | $9,995 |
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
North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc is a private for-profit trade school located in Modesto, California. It 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 campus's most awarded programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with barber schools also offered among its five program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 70.1%, which is above the state average of 64.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $11,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,269. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,013, and 47.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students from lower-income backgrounds.
This campus, with 207 undergraduate students and 138 trade completers, appears geared toward students seeking focused, hands-on training in beauty and personal-care trades rather than long-form academic degrees. Given the short, specialized program families listed, it may suit those transitioning into a new trade quickly, though program lengths themselves are not detailed here. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician, cosmetology, nail technician, and barber programs, with esthetician (52), cosmetology (51), and nail technician (24) being the most awarded among its five program families.
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 aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 70.1%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $11,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,269.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,013.
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 the types of financial aid or oversight available 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 (209) 526-2040 or visit adrians.edu 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 outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?119951.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused, short-format programs in beauty and personal-care trades, which may suit adults seeking a quicker path into a new trade, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check California state licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, and related trades.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact North Adrian's College of Beauty Inc at (209) 526-2040 or visit their website at https://www.adrians.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?119951 to compare similar programs.
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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.