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Beyond Expectations Barber College

Akron, Ohio · career school · part of -

Barber schools
not reportedcompletion rate
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Nofederal aid (FAFSA / Pell) eligible
Accreditation: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (Accredited)
Address: 2202 Romig Road, Akron, OH 44320 · Phone: see website
Accountability record (federal accreditation database, last 36 months; Department of Education oversight)
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Jul 2026 · Show Cause · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences; Jun 2024 · Initial Accreditation.
Sanctions are probation, warning, show-cause and loss-of-accreditation actions by any recognized accreditor, including program-specific accreditors (a nursing-program probation counts for the campus). Routine monitoring reviews and voluntary withdrawals are not counted. Ask the school what the action concerned and how it was resolved.

Beyond Expectations Barber College is a barber school in Akron, Ohio, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.

Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus.

Cost is not reported in federal data; this school does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.

What these trades pay once you're working

OccupationStarting (10th pct)MedianExperienced (75th)
Barbers (U.S.)$28,600$38,210$58,960

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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

ProgramCredentialGrads / yrEarnings, yr 1Earnings, yr 2Median debt

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.

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About this school

Beyond Expectations Barber College is a barber school located in Akron, Ohio. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with a current status of Accredited. According to the data provided, this campus does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students cannot use FAFSA or Pell Grants to pay for programs here. The school's primary program family is barber training, preparing students for work in barbering and related personal care services.

Specific outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited in federal data. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. The share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data, which is consistent with a school that does not participate in Title IV aid programs.

Because this school does not accept federal aid, it may rely on private financing, cash payment, or other arrangements—prospective students should ask directly about payment options and program length. Barber programs like this one are often chosen by career changers seeking a hands-on trade credential. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for any additional data that may become available.

Questions students ask

What trade and career programs does this campus offer?

Beyond Expectations Barber College offers programs in the barber-schools program family. Specific program names beyond this category are not reported in the available data.

Is this school accredited, and by whom?

Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.

Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?

No, this campus does not participate in Title IV federal student aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here. Contact the school directly to ask about other payment or financing options.

What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?

Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard for updates.

How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?

Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.

What do graduates of this school earn?

Median earnings 10 years after entry is 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 and fees.

Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?

Control (public, non-profit, or for-profit) is not reported in the data provided. This distinction can affect tuition costs, financial aid eligibility, and institutional mission, so prospective students should confirm this directly with the school.

How long do the programs here take to complete?

Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to ask about the schedule and duration of its barber program.

How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?

You can verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for any available federal outcome data on this campus.

Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?

The data provided does not include program length or schedule details needed to assess fit for adult career changers; contact the school directly to discuss its format and flexibility.

What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?

Licensing requirements for barbers vary by state; this data does not specify which license or exam this program prepares students for. Contact the school or Ohio's licensing board for details.

How do I contact the school or apply?

Contact information such as phone number or website is not included in the data provided. Prospective students should search for the school's official contact details to inquire about enrollment.

How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?

Comparative data against other barber schools in the area is not reported in this dataset. Prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare available metrics across schools.

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.

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