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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown
Newtown, Connecticut · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 99 South Main Street, Newtown, CT 06470 · Phone: (203) 426-1138 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown is a private for-profit trade school in Newtown, CT offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown has an 81.1% completion rate, above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%, with median graduate debt of $9,833, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown is $18,226, and federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, with 40.2% of students receiving Pell.
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 |
| Barbers | $38,500 | $41,400 | $43,640 |
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 | 58 | $18,875 | $19,835 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | $18,875 | $19,835 | $9,833 |
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 Newtown is a private for-profit trade school located in Newtown, Connecticut. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for programs here. The school awards credentials mainly in cosmetology and barbering, with top programs being Cosmetology schools (58 completers) and Barber schools (15 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 81.1%, which is above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%. Median debt among graduates is $9,833, though median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,226, and 40.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enrolled.
This campus, situated in a midsize suburb, appears geared toward students pursuing focused, hands-on programs in cosmetology and barbering rather than multi-year associate degrees, based on the program families offered. Whether this fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details not included in this data — contact the school directly to confirm. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown offers cosmetology and barber programs, with Cosmetology schools (58 completers) and Barber schools (15 completers) as the top programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS).
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 40.2% 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 81.1%, which is above the Connecticut state average of 71.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,833.
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 $18,226.
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 costs and financial aid terms compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school at (203) 426-1138 or visit their website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and check outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484127.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This cannot be determined from the data provided since program length and schedule details are not reported; contact the school directly to ask.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or check Connecticut's cosmetology and barbering licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown at (203) 426-1138 or through their website, https://tiginewtown.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported here; the College Scorecard can be used to compare completion rates, costs, and debt 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.