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Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design
Newark, Delaware · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 211 Louviers Drive, Newark, DE 19711 · Phone: 3027375100101 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Newark, Delaware offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design has a 60.5% completion rate, near the Delaware state average of 61.4%, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $27,420 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design is $23,297, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 44.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $50,820 | $52,290 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $31,200 | $31,200 | $36,510 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,350 | $46,970 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Delaware (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, 300–899 hours | 75 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 43 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 40 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | 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
Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school located in Newark, Delaware. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV funds). The campus offers 6 programs across esthetician, nail technician, cosmetology, and barber fields, with the most-awarded programs being esthetician schools (75 completers), nail technician schools (43 completers), and cosmetology schools (42 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 60.5%, which is near the Delaware state average of 61.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,833. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $27,420. The annual cost of attendance is $23,297, and 44.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled here.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 152 and 163 trade completers, appears geared toward students seeking shorter, hands-on programs in cosmetology-related fields rather than multi-year associate degrees. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, consult the school's accreditor, the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, or look up the campus on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design offers 6 programs in esthetician, nail technician, cosmetology, and barber fields. The top programs by completions are esthetician schools (75), nail technician schools (43), and cosmetology schools (42).
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 Title IV federal financial aid programs. Additionally, 44.4% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 60.5%, which is near the Delaware state average of 61.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,420, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,297.
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 levels, financial aid eligibility, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 3027375100101 or via https://schillingdouglas.edu/ for details.
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 College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?131061.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; specific scheduling or format details would need to be confirmed directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Delaware's licensing board for cosmetology-related fields to confirm requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design by phone at 3027375100101 or through its website, https://schillingdouglas.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?131061 can be used to compare similar 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.