Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR)
Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR) is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Fort Smith, AR. It offers 3 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc. (9/5/2012 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR) is Barbering/Barber and the 2025 tuition and fees is $16,325. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Barbering/Barber programs ($14,546). The length of the program is 1,500 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 12 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR).
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barbering/Barber | $16,325 | $1,350 | 1,500 Hours | 12 Months | $14,546 |
| 2 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $11,750 | $250 | 600 Hours | 6 Months | $7,334 |
| 3 | Barbering/Barber | $11,745 | $250 | 600 Hours | 6 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 95 students attended Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR) in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 5 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 3 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 9 (full-time) and 3 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR) is 68% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 95 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 68% |
| Number of Faculty | 8 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR) is $16,325
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
56% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $7,652 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $16,325 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,350 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $15,376 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $11,466 |
| Average Financial Amount | $7,652 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR) offers 3 career programs for 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, 57 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 54 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 57 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR) are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 57 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 3 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 54 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 0 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 54 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 54 |
| Total | 54 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 95 students have enrolled into Designer Barber & Stylist School (Fort Smith, AR). By gender, 78 male and 17 female students are attending the school.
There are 21 White (22.11%), 20 Black/African American (21.05%), 42 Hispanic (44.21%), 2 Asian (2.11%), and 49 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 95 | 78 | 17 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| Hispanic | 42 | 33 | 9 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| White | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Two More | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 2409 South 56th Street, Suite 118, Fort Smith, AR
- 479-478-8388
- School Website
- Online Application
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