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Pineville Beauty School
Pineville, Louisiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1008 Main Street, Pineville, LA 71360 · Phone: (318) 445-1040 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Pineville Beauty School is a private for-profit trade school in Pineville, Louisiana offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Pineville Beauty School has a 71.4% completion rate, above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%, with median graduate earnings of $19,411 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Pineville Beauty School is reported at $17,130, and the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid. About 54.5% 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 | 21 | $14,818 | $13,239 | 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
Pineville Beauty School is a private for-profit trade campus in Pineville, Louisiana, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for enrollment. Its primary program area is cosmetology, with 21 recent program completers reported in federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 45 students.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 71.4%, above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $19,411. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $17,130, and 54.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school suits students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology rather than a broad-based associate degree, since its program offerings are limited to a single field. The suburb locale and single-program focus may appeal to local residents seeking a direct path into cosmetology licensure, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Pineville Beauty School offers cosmetology programs, its only reported program family, with 21 recent completers in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 eligible students can use 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 71.4%, which is above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (318) 445-1040 or review the College Scorecard for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $19,411 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $17,130.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Pineville Beauty School is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition rates and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 (318) 445-1040 or via its website for current schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard link for this school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single-program cosmetology focus and suburb location may suit those seeking a direct path into that field, though program length and schedule details are not reported in federal data to confirm fit for working adults.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Pineville Beauty School at (318) 445-1040 or through its website at pinevillebeauty.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; check the College Scorecard to compare cosmetology programs 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.