Private For-Profit Institution Harrisburg, PA
Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
College
Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania is a private for-profit smaller institution in Harrisburg, PA with a suburban campus setting, with about 47 undergraduates, typical net price of $11,710 after grants, first-year retention of 100.0%, a graduation rate of about 96.2%, and median earnings of $23,257 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
Key rankings for Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
Where Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania ranks among all institutions in the dataset (mixed types) nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#766 of 2,710
Net Price
#2,143 of 2,883
Earnings
#1 of 2,407
Retention
#189 of 2,747
Graduation
What stands out at Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg, PA is a college.
- Large suburb
- 47 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid runs below the national median for similar schools, but six-year earnings also trail that median. Families should weigh aid, majors, and local job markets together.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
How Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania compares
Figures are for all institutions in the dataset (mixed types). State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Mid East (region 2).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (PA) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $11,710Below national median | $20,363 | $18,932 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $23,257Below national median | $43,062 | $39,651 | $35,678 |
| Retention | 100.0%Above national median | 77.9% | 75.0% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | 96.2%Above national median | 64.4% | 61.5% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 81.0% | 77.6% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 13.1%Below national median | 39.4% | 39.6% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | Not reported | $17,500 | $15,750 | $13,621 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
Common questions about Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania located?
Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania is located in Harrisburg, PA. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania?
Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania is a college. Best Universities groups similar schools this way so you can compare them fairly. Confirm program level (undergraduate vs graduate) on the college's site.
How much does it cost to attend Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania (tuition and net price)?
Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $11,710. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 47. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania?
Median earnings six years after entry at Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania are roughly $23,257. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 96.2% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania?
Among similar schools nationwide, Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#766 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#2,143 of 2,883); First-year retention (#1 of 2,407); Graduation rate (#189 of 2,747). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania |
| Official website | www.barberandbeautyacademyofpa.com/ |
| City, state | Harrisburg, PA |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 47 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | Not reported |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | Not reported |
| Listed tuition (generic) | Not reported |
| Total cost of attendance | Not reported |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $11,710 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $23,257 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | Not reported |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | Not reported |
| Median loan debt | Not reported |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 100.0% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 96.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 13.1% |
| Share with federal loans | 43.8% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 0.0% |
| Campus setting | Large suburb |
| Student–faculty ratio | 17 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | Not reported |
| Full-time faculty share | Not reported |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 78.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 21.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 21.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 19.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 31.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 17.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 8.5% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.0% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | Not reported |
Sources for Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.