C+

Above Average

Score: 54/100

West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty

2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 100%

Outcomes

B+

81/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

48/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

37/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

100%

Graduation Rate

64%

Retention Rate

20.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $253,839
Avg rent near campus: $1,246/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 49007 (7.3% cap, Kalamazoo)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

50%

Receive Pell Grants

50%

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 12 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 12 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 1 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty'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

51%

Women

15%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 31%

Hispanic 14%

Black 44%

Asian 1%

Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 15%

25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty?

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 West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty?

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

What is the graduation rate at West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty?

The graduation rate at West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty a good school?

West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (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 (D): Reputation and recognition

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

How many students attend West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty?

West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty has a total enrollment of 85 students.

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