C+

Above Average

Score: 56/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

American Beauty Schools

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Miami, Florida 33144

🌐 www.americanbeautyschools.com/

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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 (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 98%

Outcomes

83/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

C+

55/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

37/100

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

98%

Graduation Rate

95%

Retention Rate

16.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at American Beauty Schools, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

97.8%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

28.7%

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 American Beauty Schools

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	$11,693	$16,645	-37%	#995 of 1025	#972	$3,000

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: $626,128
Avg rent near campus: $2,322/mo
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🏆 Where American Beauty Schools Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#17

Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist

of 42 schools

#20

Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

17%

Receive Any Aid

15%

Receive Pell Grants

17%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 57 grads/yr Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist 39 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 27 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 13 grads/yr Make-Up Artist/Specialist 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from American Beauty Schools's top programs commonly pursue.

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

99%

Women

24%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

Hispanic 100%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 24%

25-64 (Adult) 76%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at American Beauty Schools?

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 American Beauty Schools?

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

What is the graduation rate at American Beauty Schools?

The graduation rate at American Beauty Schools is 98%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is American Beauty Schools a good school?

American Beauty Schools has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A): 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 (D): Reputation and recognition

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

How many students attend American Beauty Schools?

American Beauty Schools has a total enrollment of 80 students.

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