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Rob Roy Academy-Worcester
Worcester, Massachusetts · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 150 Pleasant St, Worcester, MA 01609 · Phone: (508) 799-2111 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rob Roy Academy-Worcester is a private for-profit trade school in Worcester, MA offering barber and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Rob Roy Academy-Worcester has a 90.3% completion rate, above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, with median graduate debt of $9,465 and median earnings of $30,033 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Rob Roy Academy-Worcester is $31,179, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used here, and 51.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
| 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 | 50 | not reported | $17,653 | $9,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | not reported | $17,653 | $9,500 |
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-Worcester is a private for-profit trade school located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and currently holds accredited status. The school's two program families are barber schools and cosmetology schools, with top programs listed as Barber schools (50 completers) and Cosmetology schools (25 completers).
According to federal Scorecard data, this campus has a completion rate of 90.3%, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,465, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,033. The annual cost of attendance is $31,179, and 51.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Enrollment at this campus is 109 undergraduates, with 75 total trade completers reported.
Based on its program families, this campus focuses on hands-on cosmetology and barbering training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a career change or a shorter path into a licensed trade; program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome figures on the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rob Roy Academy-Worcester offers barber school and cosmetology school programs. Barber programs have 50 completers reported and cosmetology programs have 25.
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-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 90.3%, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $9,465.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,033.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $31,179.
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 pricing and financial aid structure 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 at (508) 799-2111 or visit https://www.rob-roy.com/ 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 federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?373696.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on barbering and cosmetology programs, rather than multi-year degrees, may suit career changers seeking hands-on trade training, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing barber or cosmetology programs are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly for details on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Rob Roy Academy-Worcester at (508) 799-2111 or through their website at https://www.rob-roy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not included in this listing's federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?373696 to compare campuses.
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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.