D
Below Average
Score: 42/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
34/100 · earnings-weighted

Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Greensboro, North Carolina 27407
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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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 53%
Outcomes
C
47/100
Affordability
C
47/100
Resources
D
43/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
21/100

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

124
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
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-West Greensboro, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$24,407
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$20,172
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$13,583
Median debt at graduation
31.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
72.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 56% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 21st percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NC wage index 0.87). 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-West Greensboro

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$17,113$25,413-3%#586 of 1025#489$13,583

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-West Greensboro Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $244,286
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,335/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 27260 (7.1% cap, High Point)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

82%
Receive Any Aid
66%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

124
Total Students
99%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 11%
Hispanic 3%
Black 81%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro?
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-West Greensboro?
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-West Greensboro?
The graduation rate at Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro a good school?
Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (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-West Greensboro?
Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro has a total enrollment of 124 students.

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