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Penrose Academy
Scottsdale, Arizona · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 13402 North Scottsdale Road Suite B160, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 · Phone: (480) 222-9540 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Penrose Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Scottsdale, Arizona offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Penrose Academy has an 89.5% completion rate, above the Arizona state average of 64.4%, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $35,839 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Penrose Academy is reported at $25,912, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 21.4% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $38,650 | $50,470 | $57,900 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,050 | $36,810 | $45,520 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 | 260 | $20,663 | $22,681 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 79 | $20,663 | $22,681 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 41 | $20,663 | $22,681 | $6,333 |
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
Penrose Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Scottsdale, Arizona, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's top programs are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, which together account for most of its 380 recent completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 403.
Penrose Academy reports a completion rate of 89.5%, which is above the Arizona state average of 64.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,839, per federal data. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $25,912, and 21.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a modest share of low-income student enrollment.
This campus appears geared toward students seeking short, hands-on training in esthetics and cosmetology rather than multi-year degree programs, based on the program families offered. Program length details specific to each track are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students — including career changers — should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. To verify current accreditation status and outcomes, check the Council on Occupational Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for Penrose Academy.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Penrose Academy offers esthetician schools and cosmetology schools as its top programs, with 3 total programs listed.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Penrose Academy is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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 FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 89.5%, which is above the Arizona state average of 64.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,839, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is reported at $25,912.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Penrose Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (480) 222-9540 or via https://penrose.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?460914.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listing data does not include specific information about adult learner support or scheduling flexibility, so contact the school directly to ask about options for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetician and cosmetology fields are not detailed in this data; check with the school or Arizona's state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Penrose Academy by phone at (480) 222-9540 or visit their website at https://penrose.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparative information about other nearby schools; use the College Scorecard link to research and compare similar institutions.
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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.