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Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2209 SW 74th Street Suite 300, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 · Phone: (405) 631-6363 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Oklahoma is a private for-profit trade school in Oklahoma City, OK offering barber school programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Median graduate debt is $9,833, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; completion rate versus the state average of 69.1% and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Oklahoma is $24,615, federal financial aid is available since the school participates in Title IV, and 40.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $29,340 | $34,860 | $35,370 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Oklahoma (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 | 6 | $11,577 | $13,896 | $9,833 |
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
Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Oklahoma is a private for-profit trade school located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students may use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) to help pay for enrollment, since the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs. The campus focuses primarily on barber school training, with its top program listed as Barber schools, which has produced 6 recent completers out of an undergraduate enrollment of 29 students.
Federal data shows some but not all outcome figures for this campus. The school's completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate for similar programs is 69.1%. Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,833. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,615, and 40.5% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, with its single focused barber program, may suit students seeking a concentrated, hands-on trade credential rather than a multi-year associate degree path. Because the program family and setting suggest a shorter, skills-based track, it may be worth considering for career changers interested in barbering specifically, though program length itself is not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Oklahoma offers barber school programs, with 6 recent program completers reported. This is the campus's sole listed program family.
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 aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this campus versus the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 69.1%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,833, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 directly or check the College Scorecard link for the latest available figures.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $24,615 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Oklahoma is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and how federal aid dollars are used 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 (405) 631-6363 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?499608.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's single focused barber program suggests a concentrated, trade-specific track, which may suit those seeking a targeted skill rather than a multi-year degree; program length details are not reported to confirm fit further.
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 directly to learn about state barbering licensure requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Oklahoma at (405) 631-6363 or visit https://wadegordonacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby barber schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard link can be used to look up other institutions for comparison.
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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.