Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Harrisburg, PA. It offers 6 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. (2/27/2013 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania is Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $6,315. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist programs ($9,978). The length of the program is 300 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 3 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $6,315 | $650 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $9,978 |
| 2 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $5,315 | $650 | 300 Hours | 2 Months | $5,356 |
| 3 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $18,974 | $1,250 | 1,250 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 4 | Barbering/Barber | $18,974 | $1,250 | 1,250 Hours | 11 Months | $14,546 |
| 5 | Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design | $5,975 | $550 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $13,276 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 47 students attended Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 3 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 5 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 2 (full-time) and 8 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania is 96% and the retention rate is 100% at the school.
| Student Population | 47 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 96% |
| Number of Faculty | 8 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 17 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania is $6,315
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
18% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,426 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $6,315 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $650 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $4,168 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $810 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,426 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania offers 6 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, 89 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 4 | 0 | 82 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| Total | 6 | 0 | 89 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 89 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 82 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 7 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 82 completers |
| Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design | ✕ | 6 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 54 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 20 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 82 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 7 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 3 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 4 |
| Total | 7 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 47 students have enrolled into Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania. By gender, 10 male and 37 female students are attending the school.
There are 15 White (31.91%), 10 Black/African American (21.28%), 9 Hispanic (19.15%), 8 Asian (17.02%), and 14 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 47 | 10 | 37 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Black/African American | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Hispanic | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 15 | 2 | 13 |
| Two More | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 3849-C Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg, PA
- 717-234-8463
- School Website
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