Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX)
Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX) is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Amarillo, TX. It offers 3 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. (8/5/2011 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX) is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2025 tuition and fees is $11,600. 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 11 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX).
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $11,600 | $2,967 | 1,000 Hours | 11 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Barbering/Barber | $11,600 | $2,967 | 1,000 Hours | 11 Months | $14,546 |
| 3 | Barbering/Barber | $3,500 | - | 300 Hours | 3 Months | $14,546 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 129 students attended Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX) in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 6 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 1 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 8 (full-time) and 1 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX) is 53% and transfer-out rate is 1%. The retention rate is 77% at the school.
| Student Population | 129 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 53% |
| Number of Faculty | 7 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 9 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX) is $11,600
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
66% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,783 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $11,600 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,967 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $17,578 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $10,428 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,783 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX) 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, 86 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 | 1 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 85 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 86 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX) are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 86 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 1 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 85 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 1 completers |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 85 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 43 |
| Barbering/Barber | ✕ | 42 |
| Total | 85 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 129 students have enrolled into Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy (Amarillo, TX). By gender, 52 male and 77 female students are attending the school.
There are 34 White (26.36%), 13 Black/African American (10.08%), 68 Hispanic (52.71%), 3 Asian (2.33%), and 79 students with other races. 1 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 129 | 52 | 77 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Black/African American | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Hispanic | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 34 | 5 | 29 |
| Two More | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Un-Known | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Non-resident Alien | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 2520 Paramount Blvd, Amarillo, TX
- 806-331-9233
- School Website
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