Average

Score: 53/100

Metro Beauty Academy

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Allentown, Pennsylvania 18106

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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: 83%

Outcomes

B+

75/100

Affordability

39/100

Resources

C+

61/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

33/100

Quick Stats

174

Total Enrollment

83%

Graduation Rate

95%

Retention Rate

12.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Metro Beauty Academy Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $454,091
Avg rent near campus: $2,400/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18102 (5.3% cap, Allentown)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

46%

Receive Any Aid

23%

Receive Pell Grants

46%

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 51 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 43 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 17 grads/yr Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Metro Beauty Academy'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

174

Total Students

100%

Women

82%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%

Hispanic 18%

Black 2%

Asian 2%

Two or More 7%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 82%

25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Metro Beauty Academy?

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 Metro Beauty Academy?

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

What is the graduation rate at Metro Beauty Academy?

The graduation rate at Metro Beauty Academy is 83%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Metro Beauty Academy a good school?

Metro Beauty Academy has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): 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 Metro Beauty Academy?

Metro Beauty Academy has a total enrollment of 174 students. Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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