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Universal College of Beauty Inc-Los Angeles 2
Los Angeles, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 3419 W 43rd Place, Los Angeles, CA 90008 · Phone: (323) 298-0045 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Universal College of Beauty Inc-Los Angeles 2 is a private for-profit trade school in Los Angeles, California, offering 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 100.0% completion rate, above the California average of 64.2%, with median earnings of $17,821 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Universal College of Beauty Inc-Los Angeles 2 is $18,646, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 69.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 16 | $12,718 | $10,120 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $12,718 | $10,120 | not reported |
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
Universal College of Beauty Inc-Los Angeles 2 is a private for-profit trade school located in Los Angeles, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's primary offering is in cosmetology schools, with 17 completers recorded in the most recent federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 44 students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, above the California state average of 64.2%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $17,821. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $18,646. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 69.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students attend this campus.
This campus centers on a single program family, cosmetology, which may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training rather than a broad associate-degree pathway. The high share of Pell recipients suggests the school serves students who rely on financial aid to attend. Anyone considering enrollment should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the school's federal outcomes on the College Scorecard before applying.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers cosmetology school programs, with 17 completers reported in recent federal data. It offers 2 total programs within the cosmetology-schools family.
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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 100.0%, which is above the California state average of 64.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (323) 298-0045 or check the College Scorecard for more details.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $17,821 for this campus, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $18,646 in federal data.
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 pricing and the type of financial aid available compared to public or non-profit institutions.
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 (323) 298-0045 or visit its 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 federal outcomes data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?372240.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a focused cosmetology program with a high Pell-recipient share, suggesting the school may suit career-focused students, but specific fit for adult career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to confirm.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (323) 298-0045 or visit its website at https://www.universalcollegeofbeauty.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide direct comparisons between this campus and other nearby cosmetology schools; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across 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.