MJ Barber & Beauty Academy
MJ Barber & Beauty Academy is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in La Quinta, CA. It offers 6 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (7/1/2006 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at MJ Barber & Beauty Academy is Barbering/Barber and the 2025 tuition and fees is $14,100. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Barbering/Barber programs ($14,546). The length of the program is 1,000 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 10 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at MJ Barber & Beauty Academy.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barbering/Barber | $14,100 | $2,000 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $14,546 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $14,100 | $2,000 | 1,000 Hours | 10 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $8,500 | $2,000 | 600 Hours | 6 Months | $9,978 |
| 4 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $5,700 | $2,000 | 400 Hours | 4 Months | $5,356 |
| 5 | Barbering/Barber | $2,900 | $500 | 200 Hours | 2 Months | $14,546 |
| 6 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $8,500 | $300 | 600 Hours | 6 Months | $7,334 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 66 students attended MJ Barber & Beauty Academy in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 4 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 2 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 4 (full-time) and 4 (part-time).
The graduation rate of MJ Barber & Beauty Academy is 83% and the retention rate is 81% at the school.
| Student Population | 66 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 83% |
| Number of Faculty | 6 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of MJ Barber & Beauty Academy is $14,100
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
72% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,090 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $14,100 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $24,540 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $7,700 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,090 |
Offered Certificate Programs
MJ Barber & Beauty Academy offers 6 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 83 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 26 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 83 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at MJ Barber & Beauty Academy are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 83 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 2 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 26 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 55 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 26 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 20 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 6 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 26 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 55 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 21 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 34 |
| Total | 55 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 66 students have enrolled into MJ Barber & Beauty Academy. By gender, 32 male and 34 female students are attending the school.
There are 1 White (1.52%), 1 Black/African American (1.52%), 63 Hispanic (95.45%), and 64 students with other races. 1 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 79450 Highway 111, La Quinta, CA
- 760-771-3777
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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