Empire Beauty School-Michigan
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 53% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Empire Beauty School-Michigan is a private for-profit institution located in Grand Rapids, Michigan with approximately 259 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $17,021 per year. Typical graduates earn $19,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: graduates earn a median of $19,900 ten years out, which is modest pay for carrying even the relatively low debt load of $6,633 at graduation. If you're passionate about a career in cosmetology and want a focused, trade-specific program without taking on massive debt, this can be a reasonable stepping stone — but go in clear-eyed that the earning ceiling in this field is real. It's worth comparing local salon apprenticeships or community college cosmetology programs to make sure this $16,486/year net price is truly your best path.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: -15% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (259 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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