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Searcy Beauty College
Searcy, Arkansas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1004 S Main St, Searcy, AR 72143 · Phone: (501) 268-6300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Searcy Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school in Searcy, Arkansas offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Searcy Beauty College has a 55.0% completion rate, near the state average of 57.3%, with median graduate debt of $12,429 and median earnings of $19,896 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Searcy Beauty College is $22,515, federal financial aid is accepted, and 73.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,920 | $28,830 | $33,730 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $23,930 | $27,690 | $28,200 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arkansas (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 | 17 | $8,882 | $17,168 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $8,882 | $17,168 | $12,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $8,882 | $17,168 | $12,500 |
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
Searcy Beauty College is a private for-profit trade school located in Searcy, Arkansas, in a distant-town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV). Its programs are concentrated in cosmetology and nail technology, with cosmetology schools (19 completers) and nail technician schools (3 completers) making up the top program areas among its 3 total programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 55.0%, which is near the state average of 57.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,429, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $19,896. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,515, and 73.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need. Undergraduate enrollment is 54, with 22 trade completers reported.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on cosmetology or nail technician training rather than a multi-year associate degree path; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences directly and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Searcy Beauty College offers cosmetology schools (19 completers) and nail technician schools (3 completers), across 3 total programs in the cosmetology and nail-tech program families.
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, and 73.9% 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 55.0%, which is near the Arkansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,429, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $19,896.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,515.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Searcy Beauty College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels, aid eligibility, and how outcomes are reported compared to public schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (501) 268-6300 or visit its website for scheduling details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and nail technician training suggests shorter, hands-on programs, but specific scheduling or format details for career changers are not reported in federal data; verify directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology and nail technician fields are not reported in this data; contact the school or Arkansas's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Searcy Beauty College at (501) 268-6300 or through its website, https://searcybeautycollege.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology or nail technician schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare similar institutions in Arkansas.
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.