Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills
Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Vernon Hills, IL. It offers 3 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $19,260. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,500 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 11 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $19,260 | $2,750 | 1,500 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $12,500 | $499 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $7,334 |
| 3 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $7,500 | $499 | 1,000 Hours | 8 Months | $7,334 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 50 students attended Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 3 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 5 (full-time) and 1 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills is 70% and the retention rate is 73% at the school.
| Student Population | 50 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 70% |
| Number of Faculty | 4 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 25 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills is $19,260
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
61% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $5,415 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $19,260 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,750 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,406 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $9,718 |
| Average Financial Amount | $5,415 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills 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, 22 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 22 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 22 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 22 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 22 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 0 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 22 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 22 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 22 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 50 students have enrolled into Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills. All enrolled students are female at the school
There are 16 White (32.00%), 13 Black/African American (26.00%), 14 Hispanic (28.00%), 1 Asian (2.00%), and 19 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| American Indian/Native American | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Hispanic | 14 | 0 | 14 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Two More | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Un-Known | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 226 Hawthorn Village Commons, Vernon Hills, IL
- 800-920-4593
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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