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Barber Institute of Texas
Longview, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 2430 South High Street Ste B4, Longview, TX 75602 · Phone: (903) 236-9695 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Barber Institute of Texas is a private for-profit trade school in Longview, Texas, offering barber school training programs.
Federal outcome data such as completion rate, graduate debt, and earnings is not reported for this campus, though the Texas state average completion rate is 63.5% per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data for Barber Institute of Texas; contact the school for current tuition. The school does participate in federal Title IV financial aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid may be available.
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 | 36 | $11,190 | not reported | $16,261 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $11,190 | not reported | $16,261 |
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 Institute of Texas is a private for-profit trade school located in Longview, Texas. The campus participates in the federal Title IV financial aid program, meaning students may be eligible to use FAFSA-based aid such as federal loans or Pell Grants to help cover costs. The school's accreditation status is not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database, so prospective students should verify current accreditation directly with the school. The campus is best known for its barber schools program family, which accounts for its 38 recent program completers.
Federal Scorecard data for this campus includes limited comparative figures. The state average completion percentage for similar programs in Texas is reported at 63.5%, but this campus's own completion rate, and how it compares to the state average, is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
Because this campus offers a concentrated barber schools program rather than a broad range of associate or degree offerings, it may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in a single trade rather than a multi-year academic path. Whether this fits an adult career-changer cannot be determined from program length data, which is not reported here. Prospective students should contact the school directly at (903) 236-9695 or visit bit.edu, and can verify accreditation and outcomes independently via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the link provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Barber Institute of Texas offers barber school programs, which is its sole reported program family, with 38 recent completers in that field.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
The school's accreditation status is listed as not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database. Prospective students should contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link to verify current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in the federal Title IV program, which means students may be able to use FAFSA-based aid, including federal loans and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The Texas state average completion rate for similar programs is 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for more detail.
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?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Barber Institute of Texas is a private for-profit school. This designation can affect tuition pricing, financial aid options, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (903) 236-9695 or visit bit.edu for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484048, or contact the school directly to confirm accreditation status.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly to learn what credentials its barber programs prepare students for.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Barber Institute of Texas at (903) 236-9695 or through its website, https://www.bit.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this data; use the College Scorecard link to look up other barber schools in the Longview, Texas area.
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.