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Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford
New Bedford, Massachusetts · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1872 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford, MA 02746 · Phone: (508) 995-8711 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford is a private for-profit trade school in New Bedford, Massachusetts offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford has a 75.0% completion rate, above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Attending Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford costs about $30,436 per year according to federal data, and students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 26.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,600 | $37,290 | $60,340 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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 | 8 | not reported | not reported | 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
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford is a private for-profit trade school located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, within a midsize suburb setting. The campus 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, since the school participates in Title IV programs. Its main program area is cosmetology, with top programs reported as Cosmetology schools (8 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 75.0%, which is above the state average of 59.7%. About 26.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $30,436. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus, with a small undergraduate enrollment of 15, appears suited to students seeking focused, short-term training in cosmetology rather than a broad multi-program associate-degree setting. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on details like schedule and program length not present in this data set — prospective students should confirm program length and format directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review official federal outcome data, consult the College Scorecard or contact the school directly using the information below.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford offers cosmetology programs, listed as Cosmetology schools with 8 completers reported 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 campus 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 75.0%, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, per 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 (508) 995-8711 or check the College Scorecard for more detail.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $30,436.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and how financial aid is structured compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data set; contact the school directly at (508) 995-8711 or visit its website to confirm.
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 official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?167039.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not include schedule or format details needed to assess fit for career changers; contact the school to discuss program options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or your state's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Rob Roy Academy-New Bedford at (508) 995-8711 or through its website at https://www.rob-roy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this data set; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.