Below Average

Score: 41/100

Overall (traditional)

N/R

Outcome Rating

No earnings reported

Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Lubbock, Texas 79423

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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: 58%

Outcomes

47/100

Affordability

40/100

Resources

48/100

Experience

52/100

Prestige

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

101

Total Enrollment

58%

Graduation Rate

42%

Retention Rate

20.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$20,002

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

$9,833

Median debt at graduation

61.8%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

76%

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 Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock

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	$20,065	$23,410	-11%	#713 of 1025	#736	$9,833

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 Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $237,599
Avg rent near campus: $1,535/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 79404 (8.8% cap, Lubbock)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

75%

Receive Any Aid

54%

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.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 34 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 16 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock'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

101

Total Students

67%

Women

54%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%

Hispanic 50%

Black 11%

Asian 1%

Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 97%

Hybrid (Some Online) 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%

25-64 (Adult) 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock?

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 Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock?

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

What is the graduation rate at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock?

The graduation rate at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock a good school?

Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock has a Repit College Score of 41/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition

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

How many students attend Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock?

Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy-Lubbock has a total enrollment of 101 students.

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