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Premier Barber Institute
Norristown, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 573 East Main Street, Norristown, PA 19401 · Phone: (610) 908-2066 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Premier Barber Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Norristown, Pennsylvania offering barber school programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Premier Barber Institute has a 69.6% completion rate, near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, and graduates carry a median debt of $13,583, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Premier Barber Institute is $33,033, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 70.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $30,410 | $36,920 | $39,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 37 | $16,646 | not reported | $13,583 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $16,646 | not reported | $13,583 |
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
Premier Barber Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Norristown, Pennsylvania, located in a large suburb. It participates in federal Title IV student aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid to help pay for programs. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its primary program family is barber schools, with 39 completers reported in that field.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 69.6%, close to the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,583. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,033, and 70.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of low-income students enroll here.
With an undergraduate enrollment of about 50 students and a focused barbering curriculum, this campus may suit students seeking a concentrated, hands-on program rather than a multi-year associate degree path. Whether this fits an adult career changer depends on program length and schedule details not included here; contact the school directly to confirm. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences directly and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Premier Barber Institute offers barber school programs, with 39 completers reported in that field. It has 2 total programs listed in federal data.
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 the Title IV federal aid program, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 69.6%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,583, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (610) 908-2066 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $33,033 in federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Premier Barber Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and how financial aid applies compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (610) 908-2066 or visit its website for current program schedules.
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 U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488369.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so fit for a career changer cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in the data provided; contact the school or the Pennsylvania state licensing board for barbering requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Premier Barber Institute at (610) 908-2066 or visit https://www.premierbarberinstitute.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488369 to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across 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.