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Trend Barber College
Houston, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 8250 W Bellfort, Houston, TX 77071 · Phone: (713) 721-0000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Trend Barber College is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Texas, offering barber school training and accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Trend Barber College's completion rate is 48.4%, below the state average of 63.5%; median graduate debt is $12,794 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $16,575.
Annual cost of attendance at Trend Barber College is $24,447, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 84.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 15 | $10,529 | $10,043 | $12,500 |
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
Trend Barber College is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Texas, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid, students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for tuition. The school's primary offering is barber schools training, which accounts for its full program lineup and its 15 recent program completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 48.4%, below the state average of 63.5% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $12,794, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $16,575. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,447, and 84.4% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a largely low-income student body.
With a small undergraduate enrollment of about 30 students and a single focused program family, Trend Barber College may suit those seeking a short, hands-on path into barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree. Career changers should weigh the below-average completion rate and the earnings figures against the cost before enrolling. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's full data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Trend Barber College offers barber school training, its only listed program family, with 15 recent completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 48.4%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $12,794, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,575.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,447.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Trend Barber College is a private for-profit school, meaning it operates for shareholder profit rather than being publicly or non-profit governed, which can affect cost and institutional priorities.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (713) 721-0000 or via its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcomes data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?443298.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's small, single-program focus on barbering may suit those seeking a direct, hands-on career path, though the below-average completion rate is worth considering; specific scheduling details for working adults are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for barbering are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Trend Barber College at (713) 721-0000 or visit https://trendbarbercollege.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other Houston-area barber schools is not reported in this data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?443298 to compare similar programs.
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.