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P B Cosmetology Education Center
Gloucester, New Jersey · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 110 Monmouth St, Gloucester, NJ 08030 · Phone: (856) 456-4927 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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P B Cosmetology Education Center is a private for-profit trade school in Gloucester, NJ offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
P B Cosmetology Education Center has an 85.7% completion rate versus a 61.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,667 and median earnings of $26,800 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at P B Cosmetology Education Center is $22,694; federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 39.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $32,220 | $36,150 | $53,580 |
| Skincare specialists | $35,180 | $45,870 | $50,750 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New Jersey (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 | 67 | $18,440 | $16,721 | $7,667 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 36 | $18,440 | $16,721 | $7,667 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $18,440 | $16,721 | $7,667 |
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
P B Cosmetology Education Center is a private for-profit trade school located in Gloucester, New Jersey. 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 awards programs mainly in cosmetology and esthetics, with cosmetology schools (70 completers) and esthetician schools (36 completers) making up the bulk of its 106 total trade completers.
According to federal data, the campus has a completion rate of 85.7%, above the New Jersey state average of 61.9%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,667, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,800. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,694, and 39.4% of students receive Pell Grants. These figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and reflect campus-level outcomes rather than promises about any individual student's results.
Given its focus on cosmetology and esthetics, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs rather than multi-year degrees; program length details are not reported here, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment, including adult career-changers, should verify accreditation status and review the latest completion, debt, and earnings figures on the College Scorecard before applying, and contact the school directly for current tuition, schedules, and licensing requirements not covered in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
P B Cosmetology Education Center offers programs in cosmetology and esthetics, with cosmetology schools (70 completers) and esthetician schools (36 completers) as its top programs. The campus has 3 total programs listed.
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 85.7%, which is above the New Jersey state average of 61.9%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $7,667 per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,800 per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $22,694.
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 levels 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 at (856) 456-4927 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?185970.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows cosmetology and esthetics programs with completion rates above the state average, which may appeal to career changers, but specific fit should be confirmed directly with the school since program length and schedule details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing exams for cosmetology or esthetics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach P B Cosmetology Education Center at (856) 456-4927 or through its website, https://www.pbbeautyschool.com/.
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; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across schools.
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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.