Average

Score: 52/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Newtown, Connecticut 06470

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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: 68%

Outcomes

68/100

Affordability

44/100

Resources

65/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

25/100

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

Total Enrollment

68%

Graduation Rate

96%

Retention Rate

10.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$9,833

Median debt at graduation

81.1%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

40.2%

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 TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown

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	$21,621	$30,560	+16%	#231 of 1025	#472	$9,833

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 TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $693,057
Avg rent near campus: $2,277/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 06810 (4.2% cap, Danbury)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

63%

Receive Any Aid

48%

Receive Pell Grants

53%

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 56 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown'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

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

88%

Women

64%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%

Hispanic 23%

Asian 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%

25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown?

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 TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown?

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

What is the graduation rate at TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown?

The graduation rate at TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown a good school?

TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): 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 TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown?

TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown has a total enrollment of 96 students.

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