Average

Score: 51/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Barber School of Pittsburgh

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15216

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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: 79%

Outcomes

65/100

Affordability

42/100

Resources

65/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

29/100

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

79%

Graduation Rate

67%

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 Barber School of Pittsburgh, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$14,027

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

$13,583

Median debt at graduation

64.5%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

58.7%

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 Barber School of Pittsburgh

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	$17,890	$32,310	+23%	#145 of 1025	#145	$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 Barber School of Pittsburgh Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $216,081
Avg rent near campus: $1,367/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15210 (9.3% cap, Mount Oliver)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

78%

Receive Any Aid

63%

Receive Pell Grants

75%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Barbering/Barber 58 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Barber School of Pittsburgh's top programs commonly pursue.

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

10%

Women

55%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%

Hispanic 3%

Black 37%

Asian 3%

Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%

25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Barber School of Pittsburgh?

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 Barber School of Pittsburgh?

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

What is the graduation rate at Barber School of Pittsburgh?

The graduation rate at Barber School of Pittsburgh is 79%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Barber School of Pittsburgh a good school?

Barber School of Pittsburgh has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 Barber School of Pittsburgh?

Barber School of Pittsburgh has a total enrollment of 78 students.

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