Academy of Cosmetology Tuition, Completion & Outcomes (2026)
Academy of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Merritt Island, Florida, enrolling about 50 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 38.71% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $20,144 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $19,226 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 50 94.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 38.71%
- First-Generation Students: 48.7%
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 17.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 112
Academy of Cosmetology: what the data shows
Common questions about Academy of Cosmetology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Academy of Cosmetology?
Academy of Cosmetology is located in Merritt Island, FL (ZIP 32953).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Academy of Cosmetology public or private?
Academy of Cosmetology is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Academy of Cosmetology cost?
Average net price after aid: $19,226.
How big is Academy of Cosmetology?
Total enrollment: 50 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 112 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Academy of Cosmetology?
150%-time completion rate: 38.71%.
First-year retention: 64.3%.
What do graduates of Academy of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings: $19,595 six years after entry; $20,144 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $5,500.
45.45% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Academy of Cosmetology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist (18 completions)
- Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other (14 completions)
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage (13 completions)
- Barbering/Barber (10 completions)
- Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design (10 completions)
- Real Estate Development (4 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Academy of Cosmetology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 38.71%; median earnings $20,144 at 10 years; net price $19,226. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Academy of Cosmetology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$19,226
2024 Value
In 2024 Academy of Cosmetology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $19,226.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$76,904 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$19,226 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for Academy of Cosmetology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
45.45% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
32.87% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Academy of Cosmetology was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Academy of Cosmetology in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $15,975 |
| 2014 | — | — | $12,944 |
| 2015 | — | — | $14,002 |
| 2016 | — | — | $14,005 |
| 2017 | — | — | $16,099 |
| 2018 | — | — | $10,874 |
| 2019 | — | — | $16,239 |
| 2020 | — | — | $18,392 |
| 2021 | — | — | $19,251 |
| 2022 | — | — | $16,395 |
| 2023 | — | — | $19,226 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Academy of Cosmetology reported total enrollment of about 50 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 10% male and 90% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (62.0%), Two or More Races (16.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (14.0%). About 45.45% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 48.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Academy of Cosmetology in 2024 is 50 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 112 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 62.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.13% 100% Completion Time
38.71% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.13% of students graduating from Academy of Cosmetology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist: 0% male / 100% female
- Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other: 0% male / 100% female
- Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage: 38% male / 62% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Academy of Cosmetology.
Return on Investment
$5,500 Median Student Debt
$20,144 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
27.30% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
161.94% Return on Investment
2.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Academy of Cosmetology.
Top Programs by Completions
6 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 7 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist: 18 completions
2. Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other: 14 completions
3. Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage: 13 completions
4. Barbering/Barber: 10 completions
5. Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design: 10 completions
6. Real Estate Development: 4 completions
Most popular programs at Academy of Cosmetology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Academy of Cosmetology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Academy of Cosmetology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,631
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Academy of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Merritt Island, FL. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist, Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage. Enrollment is approximately 50 students. Student body composition includes White (62.0%), Two or More Races (16.0%), Hispanic or Latino (14.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 38.71%. Approximately 45.45% of students receive Pell Grants. About 48.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 38.71% graduation rate at Academy of Cosmetology falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Academy of Cosmetology located?
Academy of Cosmetology is located in Merritt Island, FL.
How much does Academy of Cosmetology cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $19,226 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Academy of Cosmetology?
Academy of Cosmetology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 112 students, White (62.0%), Two or More Races (16.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Academy of Cosmetology?
About 48.7% of students at Academy of Cosmetology are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Academy of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings are $19,595 six years after entry and $20,144 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Academy of Cosmetology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 38.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Academy of Cosmetology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $5,500.
Is Academy of Cosmetology public or private?
Academy of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Merritt Island, FL.
Is Academy of Cosmetology an HBCU?
No. Academy of Cosmetology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Academy of Cosmetology a tribal college?
No. Academy of Cosmetology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Academy of Cosmetology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Academy of Cosmetology does not meet that proxy (reported share 14.0%).
Is Academy of Cosmetology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Academy of Cosmetology in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Florida college costs
- Florida colleges by ROI
- Florida trade schools profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Florida
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.