West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. earnings-to-debt ratio is tight; for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. exceptional 92% graduation rate; 54% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty is a private for-profit institution located in Kalamazoo, Michigan with approximately 80 undergraduate students enrolled. The graduation rate is 92%, and the typical graduate earns $15,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: with a median net price of $8,314 per year and relatively low debt at graduation ($9,500), the upfront cost is manageable for a vocational program. However, the median earnings of $15,200 a decade after enrollment is a serious concern — that's below the poverty line for most households, and means graduates may struggle to repay loans or build financial stability even with modest debt. Worth considering only if you have a clear, local client base or business plan in mind, since the income ceiling in this field depends heavily on self-employment and hustle beyond the credential itself.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
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 (80 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty
3200 South Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate at West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty?
West Michigan College of Barbering and Beauty has a graduation rate of 92%, 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.
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