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The Barber School
Midvale, Utah · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 16 West 7200 South, Midvale, UT 84047 · Phone: 8013047000106 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Barber School is a private for-profit trade school in Midvale, Utah offering barber and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, The Barber School has a 58.7% completion rate, below the Utah state average of 77.4%, and graduates carry a median debt of $8,096. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at The Barber School is $22,756, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, with 57.3% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $23,890 | $25,370 | $26,810 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,810 | $35,140 | $51,130 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Utah (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 | 54 | $22,311 | $20,748 | $7,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $22,311 | $20,748 | $7,000 |
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 School is a private for-profit trade school in Midvale, Utah, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), and its two program families are barber schools and cosmetology schools, with barber programs (54 completers) making up the bulk of enrollment alongside cosmetology (10 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 58.7%, which is below the Utah state average of 77.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,096. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,756, and 57.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, located in a large suburb, primarily serves students seeking focused, hands-on training in barbering and cosmetology rather than multi-year associate degrees. Given the program mix and setting, it may suit those looking for a shorter, skills-based path into a licensed trade, including adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Barber School offers barber programs (54 completers) and cosmetology programs (10 completers), across two program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 57.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 58.7%, which is below the Utah state average of 77.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,096, according to federal 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 for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,756, per federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The Barber School is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition levels and financial aid outcomes compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 8013047000106 or via its website to confirm.
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 federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?476708.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on short, skills-based barber and cosmetology training suggests it may fit career changers seeking licensure, though specific fit factors like schedule flexibility are not reported for this campus in federal data.
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 to confirm requirements for barbering or cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Barber School by phone at 8013047000106 or visit its website at https://thebarberschool.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 for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and costs 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.