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

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About Empire Beauty School

Set in a city known for makers and markets, Empire Beauty School's Lancaster campus leans into hands-on learning from the start. Students build strong fundamentals across hair, skin, and nail services while sharpening client care, safety, and business basics. The pace is focused and creative, with a reputation for instructors with salon experience and feedback that's clear and usable.

The campus is known for a student salon floor where learners practice with guests under supervision, plus classrooms and training spaces that mirror professional settings. You'll find career guidance, portfolio support, and prep for licensing, along with occasional demos and collaborative projects. Nearby downtown Lancaster adds coffee shops, galleries, markets, and an events scene that can lead to real-world practice. And proximity to local salons and spas makes networking feel natural. The culture is friendly and team-first, a little scrappy in the best way.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
1801 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17603, USA
Website
empire.edu
Unit ID
212276

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 87
Undergraduate 87
Graduate/Other 0
Male: 1 Female: 86
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 9
Full-time 5
Part-time 4
Full-time: 55.6% Part-time: 44.4%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Empire Beauty School, Lancaster offers 2 degree programs across 1 major academic fields, graduating approximately 61 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Personal Services (2 programs, 61 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Personal Services (2 programs, 61 graduates)
Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts and Personal Care
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Cosmetology 58
Certificate (1-2 yrs)
12.0401
Cosmetology and Barber Styling Instructor 3
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)
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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

46%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$5,049
Avg. Loan
$6,604
Avg. Federal Loan
$6,604
Additional
Students with Any Grant
34
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
37
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
32
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$509
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.

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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
$10,829 – $39,642
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$10,829 (25th %) $39,642 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $25,073
Median Salary After 6 Years
$19,285
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$25,073
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
28.8%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
33.7%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$13,000
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 23.6%
Middle 37.4%
High 51.2%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 35.0%
Independent 24.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Empire Beauty School, Lancaster 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, Lancaster?

Empire Beauty School, Lancaster provides financial aid to 46% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $5,049 and average loans of $6,604.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $5,039
  • Institutional grants: $509
  • Federal loans: $6,604

The university supports 34 students with grants and 37 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, Lancaster graduates?

Empire Beauty School, Lancaster graduates earn a median salary of $19,285 after 6 years and $25,073 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $10,829 (25th percentile) to $39,642 (75th percentile), with top earners reaching $50,000 (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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