D
Below Average
Score: 40/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
27/100 · earnings-weighted

Empire Beauty School-Aurora

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Aurora, Colorado 80017
ℹ️
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 41%
Outcomes
C
46/100
Affordability
C
46/100
Resources
D
40/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
17/100

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

98
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Empire Beauty School-Aurora, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$24,022
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$19,897
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,667
Median debt at graduation
40.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
56.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 44% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 11th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CO wage index 1.14). This drives the Outcome Rating.

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 Empire Beauty School-Aurora

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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$15,322$24,548-7%#644 of 1025#785$10,667

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

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  • Avg home value near campus: $404,074
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,598/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 80247 (5.3% cap, Denver)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

79%
Receive Any Aid
62%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 31 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Empire Beauty School-Aurora's top programs commonly pursue.

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

98
Total Students
95%
Women
57%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 12%
Hispanic 23%
Black 38%
Asian 2%
Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 57%
25-64 (Adult) 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Empire Beauty School-Aurora?
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 Empire Beauty School-Aurora?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Empire Beauty School-Aurora?
The graduation rate at Empire Beauty School-Aurora is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Empire Beauty School-Aurora a good school?
Empire Beauty School-Aurora has a Repit College Score of 40/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): 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 Empire Beauty School-Aurora?
Empire Beauty School-Aurora has a total enrollment of 98 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology