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TC Beauty
Johnson City, Tennessee · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 222 E Unaka Ave, Johnson City, TN 37601 · Phone: 42392690951 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, since lifted — Nov 2023 · Other · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Feb 2026 · Renewal of Accreditation.
TC Beauty is a private for-profit trade school in Johnson City, Tennessee, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
TC Beauty has an 88.0% completion rate, above the Tennessee average of 64.3%, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $21,153 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at TC Beauty is $22,104, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants is accepted, and 25.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,200 | $36,590 | $44,500 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,700 | $31,310 | $39,990 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,450 | $34,810 | $40,000 |
| Barbers | $22,850 | $24,690 | $31,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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 | 47 | $14,430 | $15,034 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 26 | $14,430 | $15,034 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | $14,430 | $15,034 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | $14,430 | $15,034 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $14,430 | $15,034 | $7,917 |
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
TC Beauty is a private for-profit trade school located in Johnson City, Tennessee. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards programs mainly in esthetician training, cosmetology, and nail technology, with esthetician schools (47), cosmetology schools (30), and nail technician schools (21) making up its top program offerings.
According to federal data, TC Beauty has a completion rate of 88.0%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,153. The annual cost of attendance is $22,104, and 25.1% of students receive Pell Grants. These figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and are stated only as reported; no additional outcomes such as placement rates are available.
Based on its program families, TC Beauty appears geared toward students seeking short, hands-on training in personal care trades such as cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and barbering, rather than multi-year associate degrees. Whether this fits an adult career changer depends on individual schedules and goals not detailed in this data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review current outcome data directly through the College Scorecard link and by contacting the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
TC Beauty offers programs in esthetician training, cosmetology, nail technology, and barbering, with esthetician schools (47), cosmetology schools (30), and nail technician schools (21) as its top programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, TC Beauty 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, TC Beauty 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 88.0%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
The median debt for graduates is $7,917, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $21,153.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,104, per federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
TC Beauty is a private for-profit school; this classification can affect cost, financial aid terms, and institutional ownership structure, though specific implications are not detailed in this data.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
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 via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451918.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not directly reported in federal data; however, the short, hands-on nature of cosmetology and esthetics programs may suit career changers, though prospective students should confirm scheduling and format with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or your state licensing board for details on cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technician licensure.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach TC Beauty by phone at 42392690951 or visit their website at https://www.jennyleaacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?451918 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.