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Shear Ego International School of Hair Design
Rochester, New York · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 525 Titus Ave, Rochester, NY 14617 · Phone: 58534200700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Shear Ego International School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school in Rochester, NY offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Shear Ego's completion rate is 91.1%, above the state average of 64.0%, and median graduate debt is $6,333, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Shear Ego is $34,853, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 32.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $33,960 | $35,760 | $58,320 |
| Skincare specialists | $33,510 | $42,910 | $63,280 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $32,240 | $34,660 | $34,930 |
| Barbers | $35,430 | $38,580 | $44,670 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | 41 | $18,280 | $16,842 | $6,077 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 39 | $18,280 | $16,842 | $6,077 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 39 | $18,280 | $16,842 | $6,077 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 25 | $18,280 | $16,842 | $6,077 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | $18,280 | $16,842 | $6,077 |
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
Shear Ego International School of Hair Design is a private for-profit trade school located in Rochester, New York, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus awards the most programs in cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician training, with cosmetology programs (80 completers) the largest, followed by esthetician (39) and nail technician (25) programs, across five total program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 91.1%, above the state average of 64.0% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $34,853, and 32.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, with an undergraduate enrollment of 204 and 162 trade completers, appears suited to students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology rather than a multi-year academic degree; program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so those considering a career change should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes independently through the school's accreditor or the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Shear Ego offers cosmetology, esthetician, nail technician, and barber programs, with cosmetology (80 completers), esthetician (39), and nail technician (25) programs the largest.
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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 91.1%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link or contact the school directly.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed annual cost of attendance is $34,853.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Shear Ego is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and financial aid eligibility 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 58534200700 or visit shearegoschool.com for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?412544.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter, hands-on cosmetology and personal-care programs may suit career changers, though specific schedule and format details are not reported in federal data; confirm with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Federal data does not report specific licensing requirements; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing for cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology in New York.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Shear Ego International School of Hair Design by phone at 58534200700 or through its website, https://www.shearegoschool.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across schools in the Rochester, NY area.
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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.