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Empire Beauty School-York
York, Pennsylvania · Private for-profit career school
Address: 2592 Eastern Blvd, Kingston Square Shopping Ctr, York, PA 17402 · Phone: (800) 920-4593 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Empire Beauty School-York is a private for-profit trade school in York, Pennsylvania offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Empire Beauty School-York has a 73.8% completion rate, above the Pennsylvania average of 66.2%, with median graduate debt of $10,667 and median earnings of $23,921 ten years after entry.
Empire Beauty School-York's annual cost of attendance is $23,432, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 64.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,700 | $36,790 | $55,360 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Pennsylvania (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 | 44 | $17,189 | $17,416 | $12,090 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $17,189 | $17,416 | $12,090 |
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
Empire Beauty School-York is a private for-profit trade school in York, Pennsylvania. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV), including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for enrollment. The campus's primary program area is cosmetology, with cosmetology schools accounting for 45 of its recent program completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.8%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,667, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,921. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,432, and 64.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, located in a midsize suburb, focuses narrowly on cosmetology training rather than a broad range of trades, which may suit students seeking a concentrated, single-field program rather than a multi-program associate-degree pathway. Whether the program length and schedule fit an adult career-changer's needs is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program length and format. To verify accreditation status and review updated federal outcome figures, consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard using the link provided for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Empire Beauty School-York focuses on cosmetology schools, with 45 recent completions in that program family. It offers 2 total programs within this focus area.
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?
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 is 73.8%, which is above the Pennsylvania state average of 66.2%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,667, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,921 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $23,432.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and how financial aid and outcomes are structured compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (800) 920-4593 or via https://www.empire.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?212267.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school offers a focused cosmetology program, but fit for adult career-changers depends on schedule and format details not included here. Contact the school to confirm.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check Pennsylvania's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (800) 920-4593 or visit https://www.empire.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?212267 to compare similar cosmetology programs in the 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.