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The Academy of Hair Design Six
Hattiesburg, Mississippi · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5912 US Hwy 49, Hattiesburg, MS 39401 · Phone: (601) 372-9800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Academy of Hair Design Six is a private for-profit trade school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, offering cosmetology programs and accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 100.0% completion rate versus a 59.5% state average, with graduates carrying a median debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $22,706 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Academy of Hair Design Six is reported at $24,533, federal financial aid can be used here, and 81.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $17,370 | $27,560 | $39,810 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Mississippi (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 | 20 | $14,069 | $13,702 | $8,500 |
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
The Academy of Hair Design Six is a private for-profit trade school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, at this campus. The school awards one program family: cosmetology schools, with 20 completers reported.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, well above the Mississippi state average of 59.5% for similar programs. Graduates who took on debt had a median of $9,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $22,706. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $24,533, and 81.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need.
With a small undergraduate enrollment of 37 and a single program focus, this campus may suit students seeking a concentrated, hands-on cosmetology training environment in a small city setting. Because the program list is narrow, prospective students weighing career-change timelines should contact the school directly to ask about program length, schedule, and licensing requirements, since these are not reported in federal data. To verify accreditation status and confirm current outcomes, check with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology school programs, with 20 completers reported in federal data. It is the only program family reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its 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 100.0%, which is above the Mississippi state average of 59.5% per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
The median debt among graduates is $9,500, per the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,706.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $24,533.
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 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 directly at (601) 372-9800 or visit its website 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 outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?438674.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a small enrollment of 37 students and a single focused cosmetology program, which may suit those wanting a concentrated training environment; however, career-changer fit specifics like scheduling are not reported in federal data, so contacting the school is recommended.
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 at (601) 372-9800 or visit https://www.academyofhair.com/ for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Academy of Hair Design Six by phone at (601) 372-9800 or through its website at https://www.academyofhair.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in federal data for this campus; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?438674 to compare similar programs.
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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.