Private For-Profit Institution Hagerstown, MD
Award Beauty School
College
Award Beauty School is a private for-profit smaller institution in Hagerstown, MD with an urban campus setting, with about 94 undergraduates, typical net price of $20,576 after grants, first-year retention of 54.5%, a graduation rate of about 64.7%, and median earnings of $16,898 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for Award Beauty School
Key rankings for Award Beauty School
Where Award Beauty School 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.
#1,751 of 2,710
Net Price
#2,719 of 2,883
Earnings
#2,045 of 2,407
Retention
#1,491 of 2,747
Graduation
#1,767 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at Award Beauty School
Award Beauty School in Hagerstown, MD is a college.
- Small city
- 94 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid sits above the national median for similar schools while six-year earnings fall short of it. That combination deserves a closer look at aid packages and likely majors.
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 Award Beauty School
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
How Award Beauty School 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 (MD) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $20,576Above national median | $17,413 | $18,932 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $16,898Below national median | $36,582 | $39,651 | $35,678 |
| Retention | 54.5%Below national median | 69.2% | 75.0% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | 64.7%Above national median | 47.3% | 61.5% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 76.1% | 77.6% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 37.0%Below national median | 34.7% | 39.6% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $13,000Below national median | $13,000 | $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 Award Beauty School
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 Award Beauty School
Common questions about Award Beauty School, 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 Award Beauty School located?
Award Beauty School is located in Hagerstown, MD. 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 Award Beauty School?
Award Beauty School 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 Award Beauty School (tuition and net price)?
Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $20,576. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is Award Beauty School's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for Award Beauty School. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is Award Beauty School's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 94. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for Award Beauty School?
Median earnings six years after entry at Award Beauty School are roughly $16,898. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. About 64.7% of students graduate on time or soon after. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank Award Beauty School?
Among similar schools nationwide, Award Beauty School stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#1,751 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#2,719 of 2,883); First-year retention (#2,045 of 2,407); Graduation rate (#1,491 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#1,767 of 2,514). 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 Award Beauty School?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use Award Beauty School’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 | Award Beauty School |
| Official website | www.awardbeautyschool.com/ |
| City, state | Hagerstown, MD |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 94 |
| 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 | $20,576 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $16,898 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $18,042 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $18,172 |
| Median loan debt | $13,000 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | 54.5% |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | 64.7% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 37.0% |
| Share with federal loans | 41.4% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 53.2% |
| Campus setting | Small city |
| Student–faculty ratio | 25 |
| 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 | 67.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 33.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 55.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 12.8% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 31.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 0.0% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 0.0% |
| 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 Award Beauty School
- 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.