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Venus Beauty Academy
Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1033 Chester Pke, Sharon Hill, PA 19079 · Phone: (610) 586-2500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Venus Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Venus Beauty Academy has an 84.7% completion rate, above the 66.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,388 and median earnings of $22,727 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Venus Beauty Academy is $20,751, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 38.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
| Skincare specialists | $22,870 | $43,620 | $58,970 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 42 | $18,262 | $15,552 | $8,027 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $18,262 | $15,552 | $8,027 |
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
Venus Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania, located in a large suburb setting. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may qualify for FAFSA-based aid. The campus awards credentials most often in cosmetology (42 completers) and esthetician programs (31 completers), reflecting its two program families.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.7%, which is above the state average of 66.2% for similar programs. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,388, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $22,727. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $20,751, and 38.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Placement rates are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its focus on cosmetology and esthetics, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on credential programs rather than multi-year associate degrees; program lengths themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students and career changers should verify accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since the figures above reflect the most recent reported cohort data rather than real-time results.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Venus Beauty Academy offers cosmetology programs (42 completers) and esthetician programs (31 completers), its two program families.
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, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may 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 84.7%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,388, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,727.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $20,751.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Venus Beauty Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect cost, aid eligibility, and institutional priorities compared to public or non-profit schools.
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 (610) 586-2500 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?216579.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address adult career-changer fit, but the school's focus on cosmetology and esthetics suggests shorter, hands-on credential paths; confirm scheduling and format with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check Pennsylvania's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Venus Beauty Academy at (610) 586-2500 or visit https://www.venusbeautyacademy.com/ for application information.
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 link to compare outcomes across schools.
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.