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Bennett Career Institute
Washington, District of Columbia · Private for-profit career college
Address: 700 Monroe Street N.E., Washington, DC 20017 · Phone: (202) 526-1400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Bennett Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Washington, DC, offering cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Bennett Career Institute has a 51.0% completion rate (comparison to state average not reported), median graduate debt of $6,333, and median earnings of $22,568 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Bennett Career Institute is $15,217, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 57.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $36,400 | $54,570 | $77,620 |
| Skincare specialists | $57,660 | $77,480 | $116,680 |
| Barbers (U.S.) | $28,600 | $38,210 | $58,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in District of Columbia (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 | 39 | $18,305 | $17,859 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | $18,305 | $17,859 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $18,305 | $17,859 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | $18,305 | $17,859 | $6,333 |
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
Bennett Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in Washington, DC. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students may use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and is currently in good accreditation standing. Its most-awarded programs are in cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering, with cosmetology schools being the largest program area by completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 51.0% for trade program students; how this compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,568. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,217, and 57.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training programs in cosmetology, esthetics, or barbering rather than a multi-year associate degree path; specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcome data independently through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the school directly using the phone number and website provided.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Bennett Career Institute offers programs in cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and barber schools, with cosmetology being the largest by completions (41), followed by esthetics (27) and barbering (16).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and currently holds accredited status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for trade program students is 51.0%. How this compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,568.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $15,217.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Bennett Career Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (202) 526-1400 or visit its website to confirm scheduling.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers career-training programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering, which are fields often pursued by career changers; specific fit depends on program length and schedule details not reported here, so contacting the school directly is recommended.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Bennett Career Institute by phone at (202) 526-1400 or visit its website at https://www.bennettcareerinstitute.org/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard can be used to look up and compare other institutions directly.
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.