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Opelousas School of Cosmetology
Opelousas, Louisiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 529 E Vine St, Opelousas, LA 70570 · Phone: (337) 942-6147 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Opelousas School of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Opelousas, Louisiana, offering cosmetology programs and accredited by NACCAS.
Opelousas School of Cosmetology has an 80.0% completion rate, above the Louisiana average of 59.2%, and median graduate earnings of $26,459 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Opelousas School of Cosmetology is $19,552, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. About 71.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,590 | $26,030 | $29,530 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (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 | 20 | $15,685 | not reported | $5,797 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $15,685 | not reported | $5,797 |
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
Opelousas School of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Opelousas, Louisiana, a distant-town setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus is small, with 37 undergraduate students, and it focuses almost entirely on cosmetology training, awarding 22 completions in cosmetology programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.0%, which is above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $26,459. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,552, and 71.7% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a student body with significant financial need. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school suits students seeking a focused, single-field cosmetology credential rather than a broad associate degree program, and the high share of Pell recipients suggests it serves lower-income and possibly career-changing adults, though this is not stated directly in the data. Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS 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?
The school offers cosmetology programs exclusively, with 22 program completions recorded in cosmetology schools.
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 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 80.0%, which is above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (337) 942-6147 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,459, according to federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,552.
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 or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?159601.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address career-changer fit, but the high share of Pell Grant recipients (71.7%) suggests the school serves students with financial need; contact the school to discuss your specific situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this federal data; contact the school or Louisiana's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Opelousas School of Cosmetology at (337) 942-6147 or visit their website at https://www.opelousascosmetology.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This comparison is not reported in the available federal data; check the College Scorecard link to compare with other institutions in Louisiana.
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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.