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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, Indiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:

Esthetician schoolsNail technician schoolsCosmetology schoolsBarber schools
55%completion rate · Indiana avg 66%
$7,307median debt of graduates
$24,769median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$26,446median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$27,938annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (Accredited)
Address: 9725 Crosspoint Commons, Indianapolis, IN 46256 · Phone: (630) 528-3330 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Indianapolis is a private for-profit trade school in Indianapolis, IN offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.

Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 54.5% completion rate versus a 65.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,307 and median earnings of $26,446 ten years after entry.

Annual cost of attendance at Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Indianapolis is $27,938; federal financial aid can be used here, and 60.2% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Tricoci University of… Tricoci University of…: 54.5% 54.5% Indiana average Indiana average: 65.5% 65.5% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Skincare specialists$24,440$44,450$52,390
Manicurists and pedicurists$21,580$36,140$43,970
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$23,890$32,830$44,910
Barbers$29,670$33,600$55,850

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Indiana (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 125 $19,597 $19,522 $7,307
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 78 $19,597 $19,522 $7,307
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 29 $19,597 $19,522 $7,307
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 2 $19,597 $19,522 $7,307
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 1 $19,597 $19,522 $7,307

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.

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About this school

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Indianapolis is a private for-profit career school located in Indianapolis, IN. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (Title IV) can be used here. The campus awards programs across several beauty and personal-care trade families, with the most-completed programs being esthetician schools, nail technician schools, and cosmetology schools.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 54.5%, which is below the state average of 65.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,307, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,446. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $27,938, and 60.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Enrollment stands at 346 undergraduates, with 235 trade completers reported.

This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology-related trades such as esthetics, nail technology, or barbering, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm schedules directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status with NACCAS and review outcome data independently through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since completion rates here fall below the state average and earnings figures should be weighed carefully against program cost.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

This campus offers programs in esthetician schools, nail technician schools, cosmetology schools, and barber schools, with esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs being the most completed.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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, and 60.2% of students receive Pell Grants.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

The completion rate reported is 54.5%, which is below the Indiana state average of 65.5%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt for graduates of this campus is reported at $7,307.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,446.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The reported annual cost of attendance is $27,938.

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, financial aid terms, and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (630) 528-3330 or via its website to confirm program schedules.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?414869.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

Federal data does not indicate program length or scheduling flexibility, so career-changer fit is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to confirm.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or state licensing board to confirm requirements for cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can contact Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Indianapolis at (630) 528-3330 or visit https://www.tricociuniversity.edu/ for application details.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?414869 to compare similar programs.

Other trade and career schools in Indianapolis, IN

See all trade and career schools in Indiana or search by ZIP code.

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.

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