The Professional Cosmetology Academy
The Professional Cosmetology Academy is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Laredo, TX. It offers 4 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page.
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at The Professional Cosmetology Academy is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $8,850. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). 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 The Professional Cosmetology Academy.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $8,850 | $2,165 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $7,850 | $2,165 | 750 Hours | 7 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | Barbering/Barber | $8,850 | $1,516 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $14,546 |
| 4 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $5,500 | $2,165 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $5,356 |
| 5 | Barbering/Barber | $2,000 | $866 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 100 students attended The Professional Cosmetology Academy in the academic year 2023-2024. The students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.
| Student Population | 100 |
|---|---|
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of The Professional Cosmetology Academy is $8,850
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
69% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,456 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $8,850 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,165 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $16,074 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,671 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,456 |
Offered Certificate Programs
The Professional Cosmetology Academy offers 4 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, 49 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 | 23 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 49 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at The Professional Cosmetology Academy are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 49 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 23 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 26 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 23 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 23 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 23 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 26 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 17 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 9 |
| Total | 26 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 100 students have enrolled into The Professional Cosmetology Academy. By gender, 24 male and 76 female students are attending the school.
There are 1 White (1.00%), 96 Hispanic (96.00%), and 99 students with other races. 2 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 100 | 24 | 76 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 96 | 22 | 74 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 1407 Calle del Norte Suite 116, Laredo, TX
- 956-744-6139
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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