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Rudy & Kelly Academy, A Paul Mitchell Partner School
Virginia Beach, Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1920 Centerville Turnpike, Suite 114, Virginia Beach, VA 23464 · Phone: 75747397971 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Rudy & Kelly Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Virginia Beach, VA offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Rudy & Kelly Academy has a 72.9% completion rate, above the Virginia state average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $12,500 and median earnings of $24,176 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Rudy & Kelly Academy is $22,335, federal financial aid can be used, and 46.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (U.S.) | $27,040 | $35,790 | $48,830 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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 | 91 | $17,950 | $17,486 | $13,000 |
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
Rudy & Kelly Academy, A Paul Mitchell Partner School, is a private for-profit trade school located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus enrolls about 155 undergraduate students and awards nearly all of its credentials in cosmetology, with 91 completers reported in that field.
Federal data show a completion rate of 72.9%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,176. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,335, and 46.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
Because the school's program count is limited to cosmetology, it may suit students seeking focused training in that single field rather than those exploring multiple trades. Whether the program length or schedule fits an adult career-changer is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review outcome details on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Rudy & Kelly Academy offers cosmetology programs, with 91 completers reported in that field. It is the school's only listed program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.9%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $24,176.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,335.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different cost structures and financial aid outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions. Prospective students should factor this into their evaluation of cost and debt figures.
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 the phone number or website listed to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441876.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers is not reported for this campus in federal data, since program length and schedule details are not included. Contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing a cosmetology program are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school or check Virginia's state cosmetology licensing board for requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at 75747397971 or visit its website at https://paulmitchell.edu/virginiabeach for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; 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.