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Washington Barber College Inc
Little Rock, Arkansas · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 5300 West 65th Street, Little Rock, AR 72209 · Phone: (501) 568-8800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Washington Barber College Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Little Rock, Arkansas offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Washington Barber College Inc has an 88.9% completion rate, above the state average of 57.3%, with median graduate debt of $14,000 and median earnings of $8,579 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Washington Barber College Inc is $19,913, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 100.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,920 | $28,830 | $33,730 |
| Barbers | $24,240 | $25,640 | $30,040 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Arkansas (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 | 17 | $10,805 | $11,851 | $12,972 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 17 | $10,805 | $11,851 | $12,972 |
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
Washington Barber College Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Little Rock, Arkansas. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus focuses on two program families: cosmetology and barbering, with top programs listed as Cosmetology schools (17 completers) and Barber schools (17 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 88.9%, which is above the state average of 57.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $14,000. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $8,579, though this figure may reflect part-time or early-career work and should be checked against the College Scorecard for context. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,913. All students reported (100.0%) receive Pell Grants, indicating the student body is largely low-income.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm current schedules, licensing requirements, and costs directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcomes data, prospective students can consult the Council on Occupational Education and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Washington Barber College Inc offers cosmetology and barber programs, with Cosmetology schools and Barber schools each showing 17 completers in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, 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 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 88.9%, which is above the Arkansas state average of 57.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $8,579; for full context on how this figure is calculated, consult the College Scorecard link.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,913.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Washington Barber College Inc is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid options 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 (501) 568-8800 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457192).
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology and barbering may suit those seeking hands-on trade training, but specific fit for career changers, such as scheduling flexibility, is not reported in federal data—contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology or barbering are set by the state of Arkansas and are not detailed in federal data; contact the school or state licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Washington Barber College Inc at (501) 568-8800 or through its website, https://www.washingtonbarbercollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology or barber schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard to compare similar 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.