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The Michigan Barber School
Detroit, Michigan · Private non-profit career school
Address: 8988-90 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48204 · Phone: (313) 894-2300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Sep 2024 · Warning or Equivalent-Factors Affecting Academic Quality · Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
The Michigan Barber School is a private non-profit trade school in Detroit, Michigan, offering barber school programs.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus, though the state average completion rate for similar programs is 56.9%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at The Michigan Barber School.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $28,840 | $35,490 | $53,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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, 2–4 years | 42 | $14,858 | $15,552 | not reported |
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 Michigan Barber School is a private non-profit trade school located in Detroit, Michigan, a large city locale. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The school's accreditation status was not found in the DAPIP database, so applicants should confirm accreditation directly with the school. The campus awards one program family, barber schools, with 42 program completers reported in federal data.
Federal outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 56.9 percent, but this campus's own completion rate compared to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are all not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given that the only program listed is barber school, this campus may suit students seeking a focused, single-trade credential rather than a multi-program associate-degree pathway; however, program length and schedule details are not reported here, so career changers should contact the school directly to confirm fit. To verify accreditation and any available outcome data, prospective students can check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided, and contact the school directly by phone or through its website for tuition, schedule, and licensing details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The Michigan Barber School offers one program family: barber schools, with 42 completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
The school's accreditation status was not found in the DAPIP database. Prospective students should contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link to confirm current accreditation.
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 may use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for similar programs is 56.9 percent.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (313) 894-2300 for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 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 rates.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The Michigan Barber School is a private non-profit institution, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly or visit its website for program schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review federal outcome data for this school through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?171012, and confirm accreditation directly with the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details that would indicate fit for adult career changers are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing a barber program are not reported in this data. Contact the school or state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach The Michigan Barber School at (313) 894-2300 or through its website, https://www.michiganbarberschool.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby barber schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard for available comparisons.
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.