Average

Score: 52/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Associated Barber College of San Diego

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 San Diego, California 92101

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 76%

Outcomes

69/100

Affordability

51/100

Resources

C+

56/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

116

Total Enrollment

76%

Graduation Rate

88%

Retention Rate

15.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Associated Barber College of San Diego, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$16,500

Median debt at graduation

81.4%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

66.9%

Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Associated Barber College of San Diego

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services	$12,147	$15,201	-42%	#1011 of 1025	#1019	$15,835

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Associated Barber College of San Diego Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $722,224
Avg rent near campus: $2,949/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92101 (3.2% cap, San Diego)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

80%

Receive Any Aid

80%

Receive Pell Grants

56%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Barbering/Barber 52 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Associated Barber College of San Diego's top programs commonly pursue.

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Student Demographics

116

Total Students

13%

Women

31%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 8%

Hispanic 60%

Black 22%

Asian 6%

Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 31%

25-64 (Adult) 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Associated Barber College of San Diego?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Associated Barber College of San Diego?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Associated Barber College of San Diego?

The graduation rate at Associated Barber College of San Diego is 76%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Associated Barber College of San Diego a good school?

Associated Barber College of San Diego has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Associated Barber College of San Diego?

Associated Barber College of San Diego has a total enrollment of 116 students.

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