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Empire Beauty School, Avondale : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Empire Beauty School

Step into Empire Beauty School's Avondale campus and you'll hear the buzz of clippers and easy client chatter. The school is known for hands-on learning in hair, skin, and nail services, taught in studio-style classrooms with a sharp focus on technique, sanitation, and guest experience. A training salon floor mirrors real shop pace, giving practical reps with pro-grade tools. Instructors bring industry backgrounds, and on-site advising and career support help with portfolios, resumes, and licensure prep.

Student life feels collaborative and upbeat, with guest demos by local pros, photo-shoot projects, and community events that build confidence. The culture favors teamwork and professional polish while letting students keep their own style. Avondale's West Valley setting offers access to salons, retailers, and Phoenix's creative scene, plus quick desert escapes when you need a reset. The campus has a reputation for end-of-term showcases where students present finished looks and trade tips like old friends.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
9945 W McDowell Road #112, Avondale, Arizona, 85323, USA
Website
empire.edu
Unit ID
447148

Academic & Institutional

Control
Private for-profit institution (operates for revenue)
Accreditation
NACCAS
Length of Study
Programs of 4 years or more (e.g. bachelor's or graduate degrees)
Calendar System
Other calendar system
Award Levels
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a large suburb (outside principal city, 250,000+ population)
Carnegie Classification
Not available
Student Profile
Total Students 239
Undergraduate 239
Graduate/Other 0
Male: 12 Female: 227
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 15
Full-time 11
Part-time 4
Full-time: 73.3% Part-time: 26.7%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Empire Beauty School, Avondale offers 2 degree programs across 1 major academic fields, graduating approximately 95 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Personal Services (2 programs, 95 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Personal Services (2 programs, 95 graduates)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Cosmetology 91
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0401
Cosmetology and Barber Styling Instructor 4
Other Award
12.0413

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
N/A
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
N/A
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
N/A
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
N/A
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
N/A
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
N/A
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

33%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$4,698
Avg. Loan
$7,186
Avg. Federal Loan
$7,186
Additional
Students with Any Grant
83
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
83
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
82
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$313
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

N/A
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
N/A
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$10,335 – $39,321
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$10,335 (25th %) $39,321 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $23,589
Median Salary After 6 Years
$21,743
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$23,589
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
22.6%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
29.7%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$10,231
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 19.6%
Middle 28.8%
High 46.3%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 28.3%
Independent 19.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Empire Beauty School, Avondale

What academic programs and degree levels does Empire Beauty School, Avondale offer?

Empire Beauty School, Avondale offers 2 academic programs across 1 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Certificate (1-2 yrs), Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care (2 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Empire Beauty School, Avondale?

Empire Beauty School, Avondale provides financial aid to 33% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $4,698 and average loans of $7,186.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $4,517
  • Institutional grants: $313
  • Federal loans: $7,186

The university supports 83 students with grants and 83 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Empire Beauty School, Avondale graduates?

Empire Beauty School, Avondale graduates earn a median salary of $21,743 after 6 years and $23,589 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $10,335 (25th percentile) to $39,321 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $41,400 (90th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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