GA Beauty & Barber School
GA Beauty & Barber School is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in McAllen, TX. It offers 5 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. (8/30/2017 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at GA Beauty & Barber School is Barbering/Barber and the 2025 tuition and fees is $9,250. 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 9 months.
The following table shows the 5 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at GA Beauty & Barber School.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barbering/Barber | $9,250 | $930 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $14,546 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $9,350 | $980 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $6,380 | $855 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $5,356 |
| 4 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $7,500 | $930 | 750 Hours | 6 Months | $9,978 |
| 5 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $8,000 | $1,550 | 800 Hours | 7 Months | $16,042 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 171 students attended GA Beauty & Barber School in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 4 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 4 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 10 (full-time) and 5 (part-time).
The graduation rate of GA Beauty & Barber School is 59% and transfer-out rate is 1%. The retention rate is 85% at the school.
| Student Population | 171 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 59% |
| Number of Faculty | 8 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 25 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of GA Beauty & Barber School is $9,250
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
37% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,666 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $9,250 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $930 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $5,270 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $2,176 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,666 |
Offered Certificate Programs
GA Beauty & Barber School offers 5 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, 135 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 69 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 66 |
| Total | 5 | 0 | 135 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at GA Beauty & Barber School are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 135 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 69 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 66 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 69 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 30 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 39 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 69 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 66 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 27 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 39 |
| Total | 66 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 171 students have enrolled into GA Beauty & Barber School. By gender, 57 male and 114 female students are attending the school.
There are 2 White (1.17%), 169 Hispanic (98.83%), and 169 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 171 | 57 | 114 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 169 | 56 | 113 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 3301 North Ware Road Suite A-C, McAllen, TX
- 956-664-2233
- School Website
- Admission Page
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