The Professional Cosmetology Academy
The Professional Cosmetology Academy is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Laredo, TX. It offers 5 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 2025 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 | $2,000 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $7,850 | $2,000 | 750 Hours | 7 Months | $9,978 |
| 3 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $5,500 | $2,000 | 600 Hours | 6 Months | $5,356 |
| 4 | Barbering/Barber | $8,250 | $1,000 | 1,000 Hours | 9 Months | $14,546 |
| 5 | Barbering/Barber | $2,050 | $800 | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 146 students attended The Professional Cosmetology Academy in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 4 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 5 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 12 (full-time) and 5 (part-time).
The graduation rate of The Professional Cosmetology Academy is 77% and the retention rate is 77% at the school.
| Student Population | 146 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 77% |
| Number of Faculty | 9 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 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.
72% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,177 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $8,850 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $12,663 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,077 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,177 |
Offered Certificate Programs
The Professional Cosmetology Academy 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, 81 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 | 40 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 41 |
| Total | 5 | 0 | 81 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at The Professional Cosmetology Academy are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 81 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 40 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 41 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 40 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 1 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 28 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 11 |
| Total | 40 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 41 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 29 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 12 |
| Total | 41 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 146 students have enrolled into The Professional Cosmetology Academy. By gender, 20 male and 126 female students are attending the school.
There are 1 White (0.68%), 144 Hispanic (98.63%), and 145 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 146 | 20 | 126 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hispanic | 144 | 19 | 125 |
| 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 1407 Calle del Norte Suite 116, Laredo, TX
- 956-744-6139
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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