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The Beauty Institute-Ambler
Ambler, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 50 E. Butler Pike, Ambler, PA 19002 · Phone: 732320219490890 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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The Beauty Institute-Ambler is a private for-profit trade school in Ambler, Pennsylvania offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 67.7% completion rate, near the state average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $9,583 and median earnings of $24,785 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at The Beauty Institute-Ambler is reported at $21,752, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 84.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,520 | $27,990 | $33,180 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 149 | $15,276 | $16,272 | $10,556 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 25 | $15,276 | $16,272 | $10,556 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $15,276 | $16,272 | $10,556 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $15,276 | $16,272 | $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
The Beauty Institute-Ambler is a private for-profit trade school located in Ambler, Pennsylvania, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The school awards credentials mainly in esthetician programs, cosmetology, and nail technician training, with esthetician schools accounting for the largest share of completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 67.7%, which sits near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,583. Median earnings ten years after entry were reported at $24,785. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,752, and 84.2% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a high share of low-income enrollment.
With 160 undergraduate students and 200 trade completers reported, this campus tends to serve students pursuing focused beauty-industry credentials rather than multi-year associate degrees. The program mix suggests a fit for those entering or changing careers into esthetics, cosmetology, or nail care fields, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Beauty Institute-Ambler offers programs in esthetician training, cosmetology, and nail technician training, with esthetician programs being the largest by enrollment (149 completers).
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, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 67.7%, which is near the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, per federal Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,583, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $24,785 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,752.
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 how federal aid funds are used compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the number or website provided to confirm program schedules.
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 official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?210784.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter beauty-industry credentials such as esthetics, cosmetology, and nail technology may suit career changers, though exact program lengths are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for esthetics, cosmetology, and nail technology are not reported in federal data; contact the school or the Pennsylvania state licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Beauty Institute-Ambler by phone at 732320219490890 or visit its website at https://ambler.thebeautyinstituteskp.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?210784 can be used 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.