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: 66%
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
C
45/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
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
113
Total Enrollment
66%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
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-Union, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$23,925
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$19,338
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,000
Median debt at graduation
43.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
74.5%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 54% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 7th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NJ wage index 1.30). 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-Union
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.
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 Empire Beauty School-Union Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $585,983
Avg rent near campus: $2,615/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 07203 (4.0% cap, Roselle)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Category
In-State
Out-of-State
Tuition
N/A
N/A
Financial Aid
77%
Receive Any Aid
57%
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.
What is the acceptance rate at Empire Beauty School-Union?
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-Union?
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-Union?
The graduation rate at Empire Beauty School-Union is 66%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Empire Beauty School-Union a good school?
Empire Beauty School-Union has a Repit College Score of 46/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): 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 Empire Beauty School-Union?
Empire Beauty School-Union has a total enrollment of 113 students.
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