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Tomorrow's Image Barber And Beauty Academy of Virginia
Newport News, Virginia · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 490 Suite F Denbigh Boulevard, Newport News, VA 23608 · Phone: (757) 874-1300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tomorrow's Image Barber And Beauty Academy of Virginia is a private for-profit trade school in Newport News, VA 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, this campus has a 46.4% completion rate, below the state average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $12,179; earnings data 10 years after entry is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Tomorrow's Image Barber And Beauty Academy of Virginia is $18,331, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and about 66.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $37,270 | $46,730 | $57,620 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists (U.S.) | $27,040 | $35,790 | $48,830 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (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 | 11 | not reported | not reported | $10,036 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | $10,036 |
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
Tomorrow's Image Barber And Beauty Academy of Virginia is a private for-profit trade school located in Newport News, Virginia. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV funds) to help pay for their education. The campus offers two program families: barber schools and cosmetology schools, with barber programs being the most awarded, followed by cosmetology programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 46.4%, which is below the state average of 57.1%. Median debt among graduates who took out loans is $12,179. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,331. About 66.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, with a small enrollment of about 15 undergraduate students and 16 program completers, may suit those seeking focused, hands-on training in barbering or cosmetology rather than a multi-year degree program. Because programs here fall into skilled-trade categories, they may appeal to adult learners or career changers interested in a licensed trade, though specific program lengths are not detailed in this data. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current 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 campus offers barber school and cosmetology school programs, with barber programs (11) being more common than cosmetology programs (5).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 46.4%, which is below the Virginia state average of 57.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,179, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed annual cost of attendance is $18,331.
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 or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school directly at (757) 874-1300 or visit their website for details.
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 outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?476568.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers focused barber and cosmetology training that may suit those seeking a trade credential rather than a multi-year degree, though specific scheduling details for career changers are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for barbering and cosmetology are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly to learn about state licensing exams tied to these programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (757) 874-1300 or visit their website at https://www.tomorrowsimage.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across 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.