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Tucson College of Beauty

Tucson, Arizona · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:

Esthetician schoolsNail technician schoolsCosmetology schools
76%completion rate · Arizona avg 64%
$6,333median debt of graduates
$21,104median earnings, 6 yrs after entry
$27,314median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$21,529annual cost of attendance
Yesfederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (Accredited)
Address: 3955 N Flowing Wells Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705 · Phone: (520) 887-8262 · 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.

Tucson College of Beauty is a private for-profit trade school in Tucson, AZ offering esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.

Tucson College of Beauty has a 75.7% completion rate, above the Arizona state average of 64.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $27,314.

Annual cost of attendance at Tucson College of Beauty is $21,529, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 47.1% of students receive Pell Grants.

Completion rate vs. benchmarks
Tucson College of Bea… Tucson College of Bea…: 75.7% 75.7% Arizona average Arizona average: 64.4% 64.4% National average National average: 62.1% 62.1%

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Skincare specialists$38,650$50,470$57,900
Manicurists and pedicurists$30,800$35,290$36,650
Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists$31,050$36,810$45,520

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arizona (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 68 $15,433 $19,455 $6,333
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 300–899 hours 28 $15,433 $19,455 $6,333
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 21 $15,433 $19,455 $6,333
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Certificate, 1–2 years 3 $15,433 $19,455 $6,333

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

Tucson College of Beauty is a private for-profit trade school located in Tucson, Arizona. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus awards credentials mainly in esthetician training, nail technician training, and cosmetology, with esthetician programs making up the largest share of completions.

Federal data shows a completion rate of 75.7%, above the Arizona state average of 64.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,314. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,529, and 47.1% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a substantial share of financially need-based enrollment.

This campus may suit students interested in cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology programs, particularly those seeking shorter, hands-on training paths rather than multi-year degrees. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on individual program length and schedule details, which are not specified here beyond program family. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current outcome data before enrolling.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Tucson College of Beauty offers esthetician, nail technician, and cosmetology programs, with esthetician training representing the largest share of completions.

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, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.

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

The completion rate is 75.7%, which is above the Arizona state average of 64.4%.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, according to federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,314.

How much does it cost to attend for a year?

The annual cost of attendance is $21,529.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Tucson College of Beauty is a private for-profit school, meaning it is owned and operated for profit rather than by a public agency or nonprofit board, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid terms.

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 (520) 887-8262 or visit its website for schedule details.

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

You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447704.

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

The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so fit for career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to ask about scheduling options.

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 the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology for specific licensure information.

How do I contact the school or apply?

You can reach Tucson College of Beauty at (520) 887-8262 or through its website, https://tucsoncollegeofbeauty.com/.

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

Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across similar programs.

Other trade and career schools in Tucson, AZ

See all trade and career schools in Arizona 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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