J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy
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. strong 77% graduation rate; 56% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy is a private for-profit institution located in Terre Haute, Indiana with approximately 88 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $17,560 per year. The graduation rate is 77%, and the typical graduate earns $26,999 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a reassuring story on debt — graduates leave with a median of just $5,719 borrowed, which is notably low for a vocational program and suggests students aren't overextending financially. That said, the $21,420 annual net price is worth scrutinizing carefully, since cosmetology careers in Indiana typically start at modest wages, meaning even modest debt requires a solid plan to repay. Worth considering if you're committed to the beauty industry and can minimize borrowing further through scholarships or part-time work, but run the math on local starting salaries before signing anything.
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Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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 (88 undergraduates).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy cost?
The average net price at J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy is about $17,560 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy?
J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy has a graduation rate of 77%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
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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