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The Barber Academy
San Jose, California · career school · part of - · Training programs available:
Address: 1099 W. San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA 95126 · Phone: see website
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
The Barber Academy is a trade school in San Jose, California offering barber-schools programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, including completion rate versus the state average, median graduate debt, and median earnings.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 |
|---|
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 Barber Academy is a career-training campus located in San Jose, California, offering programs in the barber-schools family. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with the listing reflecting an accredited status. Federal data indicates this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grant funding cannot be used to pay for enrollment here.
Specific outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited in federal data. The comparison of completion rate to the state average is listed as not reported. Median debt of graduates, median earnings ten years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are not reported for this campus in federal data. Program count and top individual program names within the barber-schools family are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because federal financial aid is not available here, prospective students should be prepared to cover costs through other means, and should contact the school directly to ask about tuition, payment plans, and schedule length before enrolling. Given the focus on barber training, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, trade-specific instruction outside the federal aid system, including career changers, though program length and format are not detailed in the available data. To verify accreditation status and check for any additional outcome data, contact the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences directly or search the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard using the school's name and location.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Barber Academy offers programs in the barber-schools family. Specific program names and program count are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with a status listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
No, this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grant funding cannot be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The comparison between this campus's completion rate and the state average is listed as not reported in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The control type (public, non-profit, or for-profit) is not reported for this campus in the available data, which can affect tuition structure and aid eligibility.
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 ask about schedule and duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status by contacting the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and check for outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not include program length or schedule details needed to assess fit for adult career changers; contact the school to discuss options.
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 the California barbering licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
Contact information such as phone number and website is not included in this listing's data; check the accrediting body or local directories for current contact details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other barber schools in the area is not reported in this listing; consult the College Scorecard to compare available metrics across schools.
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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.