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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford
Guilford, Connecticut · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 860 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437 · Phone: (203) 458-3334 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford is a private for-profit trade school in Guilford, CT offering cosmetology 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 60.0% completion rate, below the Connecticut state average of 71.5%, and median graduate debt of $9,833; median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford is $20,281, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 44.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $34,010 | $44,620 | $59,790 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Connecticut (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 | 25 | not reported | not reported | 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
TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford is a private for-profit trade school located in Guilford, Connecticut, in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV funds apply). The campus is focused on a single program family, cosmetology, with 25 recent completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 52 students, and its top program is listed as Cosmetology schools (25 completers).
On outcomes, the campus reports a completion rate of 60.0%, which is below the Connecticut state average of 71.5%. Median debt for graduates who took out loans is $9,833. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,281, and 44.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Because this campus concentrates on a single, focused cosmetology program rather than offering a spread of associate degrees, it may suit students seeking a shorter, hands-on path into a specific trade rather than a broader academic track; whether it fits adult career-changers depends on program length and schedule details not included here, so prospective students should confirm those specifics directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and cost figures before making a decision.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology programs, with its top listed program being Cosmetology schools, which had 25 recent 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 accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants. About 44.8% of students here receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 60.0%, which is below the Connecticut state average of 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,833, 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 reported annual cost of attendance is $20,281.
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 levels, federal aid eligibility rules, and accountability requirements compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (203) 458-3334 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457332.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or scheduling flexibility, so this fit cannot be determined from federal data alone; contact the school to ask about options for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; check with the school or Connecticut's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford at (203) 458-3334 or visit https://tigiguilford.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparative information about other nearby cosmetology schools; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and cost across 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.