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Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School
Southgate, Michigan · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 15070 Dix Toledo Road, Southgate, MI 48195 · Phone: (734) 258-8183 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School is a private for-profit trade school in Southgate, MI offering barber school programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 79.0% completion rate, above Michigan's 56.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $10,556 and median earnings of $36,048 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at this campus is $23,455, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with 74.4% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $28,840 | $35,490 | $53,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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, 2–4 years | 28 | $18,425 | $17,045 | $10,556 |
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
Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School is a private for-profit trade school located in Southgate, Michigan, a large suburb. The school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus offers one program family: barber schools, with 28 completers reported and a total undergraduate enrollment of 57.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 79.0%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $10,556, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $36,048. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,455, and 74.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for federal need-based aid.
This campus offers a single, focused barbering program rather than a range of associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a shorter, hands-on path into a trade rather than a multi-year academic track. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not included in this data; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm those specifics. To verify accreditation status and review the full outcomes data independently, consult the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers one program family, barber schools, with 28 reported completers out of a total undergraduate enrollment of 57.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools, 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 may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for tuition.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 79.0%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates who borrowed is $10,556, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $36,048.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $23,455 according to federal data.
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 pricing, ownership structure, and eligibility requirements 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 directly at (734) 258-8183 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?495341.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a single, focused barbering program, which may suit those seeking a shorter, hands-on trade path, but specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss schedules and prior experience requirements.
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 Michigan's licensing board to confirm what credential is required to practice as a barber.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (734) 258-8183 or visit its website at https://www.hairlabdetroitbarberschool.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to look up other barber schools in Michigan for comparison.
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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.