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San Luis Obispo Beauty College
San Luis Obispo, California · career school · part of - · Training programs available:
Address: 285 South Street, Suite N, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 · Phone: see website
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
San Luis Obispo Beauty College is a cosmetology school in San Luis Obispo, California, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus.
Cost is not reported in federal data; this school does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 |
|---|
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
San Luis Obispo Beauty College is a cosmetology school located in San Luis Obispo, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with a status listed as Accredited. According to federal data, this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students cannot use FAFSA or Pell Grants to help cover costs here. The school's main program family is cosmetology, though a full list of specific credentials offered is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Federal outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings ten years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. The share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data, which is consistent with a school that does not participate in Title IV aid.
Because detailed program-length and outcome data are not available, it is difficult to say from federal sources alone whether this school suits short-term career changers or those seeking longer training tracks. Prospective students considering a career change into cosmetology should contact the school directly to ask about program length, schedule, and cost. To verify accreditation status and check for any updated federal outcomes data, prospective students can consult the accreditor directly or search the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard using the school's name and location.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
San Luis Obispo Beauty College offers programs in the cosmetology field. Specific program names and lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details.
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?
No, federal data indicates this school does not participate in Title IV programs, so students cannot use FAFSA or Pell Grants here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The control type (public, non-profit, or for-profit) is not reported in the data provided. This designation affects eligibility for certain aid programs and institutional oversight, so prospective students should confirm this directly with the school.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school to ask about typical program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and check for any available outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Federal data does not include enough detail on program length or setting to determine fit for adult career changers; contact the school to discuss scheduling and program structure.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology are not detailed in the available data; contact the school or the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology for specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
Contact information such as phone number or website is not included in the available data. Prospective students should search for the school's current contact details directly.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported in the available data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare available metrics across schools.
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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.