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VH Barber & Styling Academy
Bossier City, Louisiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1701 Old Minden Rd., Suite 19, Bossier City, LA 71111 · Phone: (318) 747-0404 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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VH Barber & Styling Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Bossier City, Louisiana, offering barber and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, VH Barber & Styling Academy has a 100.0% completion rate, above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%, with median graduate debt of $14,250; median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at VH Barber & Styling Academy is $42,010, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 79.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $22,340 | $44,430 | $56,110 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,590 | $26,030 | $29,530 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (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 | 18 | not reported | not reported | $12,489 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | $12,489 |
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
VH Barber & Styling Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Bossier City, Louisiana. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) to help pay for enrollment. The campus mainly awards credentials in two program families: barber schools, which account for 18 of its recent completions, and cosmetology schools, which account for 1.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, well above the Louisiana state average of 59.2% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,250. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $42,010, and 79.4% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a student body with significant financial need.
This small campus, with 27 undergraduates and 19 recent trade completers, appears set up around short, hands-on barber and cosmetology training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students who want a faster path into a licensed trade, including adult career changers, though program length itself is not reported here. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status and enrollment details directly with the school, and can review official outcomes data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
VH Barber & Styling Academy offers barber school programs and cosmetology school programs, with barber programs accounting for the majority of recent completions (18 of 19).
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 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 100.0%, which is above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,250, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (318) 747-0404 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The listed annual cost of attendance is $42,010.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
VH Barber & Styling Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and how aid dollars are used 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 (318) 747-0404 or visit vhacademy.edu for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcomes data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?485962.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on barber and cosmetology training suggests a hands-on, trade-specific path that may suit adults seeking a licensed career change, though specific program length and schedule fit are not reported in federal data.
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 directly to confirm what state licensing exams or certifications follow completion.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach VH Barber & Styling Academy at (318) 747-0404 or through its website, https://vhacademy.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools in the area.
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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.