Largest Programs Information

The following table shows the 2025 tuition & fees of the largest programs at Albany Beauty Academy with program length and completion time.
2025 Tuition & Fees of Largest Programs at Albany Beauty Academy
ProgramTuition & FeesBooks & Supplies CostsProgram LengthAverage Completion TimeNational Average (in Vocational schools)
1Cosmetology/Cosmetologist $21,500$1,0001500 Contact Hours13 Months $16,042
2Barbering/Barber $21,500$1,0001500 Contact Hours13 Months $14,546
3Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design $20,500$1,0001350 Contact Hours8 Months $13,276
4Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist $17,500$1,0001000 Contact Hours9 Months $9,978
5Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist $11,500$1,000600 Contact Hours5 Months $5,356
6Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor $14,500$1,000750 Contact Hours7 Months $7,334

Tuition & Fees Trends Chart

The following chart shows the changes of tuition and books & supplies costs over the past 5 years. The cost is for the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program which is the largest program at Albany Beauty Academy.

2025 Living Costs

The 2025 average living costs is $14,163 including room & board and other living expenses. The living cost at Albany Beauty Academyhas increased by 34.50% from last year.
The following table and chart show the 2025 living costs and the cost trends over last 5 years at Albany Beauty Academy.
Living Costs Trends
Albany Beauty Academy 2025 Living Costs
(Off-Campus Living)
YearRoom & BoardOther Expenses
2024$9,034$1,496
2025$12,500$1,663
Living Costs Trends Chart