Urban Academy of Beauty
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 0 students.
About This School
Urban Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit institution located in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Typical graduates earn $33,273 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students drawn to the beauty and cosmetology field who want to enter the workforce quickly — rather than pursue a four-year degree — are the most likely fit here. The debt picture is actually reasonable for a vocational program, with graduates leaving with a median of $10,556, which is manageable compared to many for-profit schools. That said, median earnings of $33,273 a decade after enrollment is a modest return, and families should ask hard questions about local job market demand in Rio Rancho and whether this credential opens doors to advancement or keeps earnings flat long-term. Before committing, I'd strongly encourage visiting the school, talking to recent graduates about their actual job placement experiences, and comparing this program to community college cosmetology programs in New Mexico, which may offer similar training at a lower cost. If the numbers feel tight, that's because they are — go in with a clear plan for building a clientele or specializing in a way that can grow your income over time.
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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.
Contact & Location
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Urban Academy of Beauty
1001 Golf Course Road #104 & #105
Rio Rancho, NM 87124-2575
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