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Barber Education Academy
Laredo, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1505 Calle Del Norte Suite 230, Laredo, TX 78041 · Phone: (956) 608-3232 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Barber Education Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Laredo, Texas offering barber school programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Barber Education Academy has a 73.3% completion rate, above the Texas state average of 63.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Barber Education Academy is $7,647, federal financial aid is accepted (Title IV), and 68.9% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Barber Education Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Laredo, Texas, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and approved for federal financial aid (Title IV). The campus is focused on a single program family—barber schools—and reports 20 completers, making barbering training the primary offering at this location.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.3%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5% for comparable programs. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $7,647, and 68.9% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a student population that includes a significant share of low-income learners.
This campus appears suited to students seeking focused, hands-on barbering instruction in a large-city setting, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Adults considering a career change into barbering may want to confirm schedule structure, licensing requirements, and program duration directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the most current federal outcomes data, prospective students can check the school's status with the Council on Occupational Education and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Barber Education Academy offers barber school programs, with 20 reported completers in this program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 68.9% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.3%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (956) 608-3232 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $7,647 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Barber Education Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and institutional funding compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; contact the school directly at (956) 608-3232 or visit their website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcomes data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify schedule flexibility or program length, so career changers should confirm these details directly with the school before enrolling.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for barbering are not detailed in this data; contact the school or Texas licensing authorities for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Barber Education Academy at (956) 608-3232 or through their website, https://thebarbereducation.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.