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Fort Pierce Beauty Academy
Fort Pierce, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 3028 S Us 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34982 · Phone: (772) 464-4885 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Fort Pierce Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Pierce, Florida offering cosmetology and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy has an 88.2% completion rate, above the Florida average of 70.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $7,917 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $23,091.
Annual cost of attendance at Fort Pierce Beauty Academy is $26,676, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid programs. About 97.6% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Barbers | $31,000 | $49,410 | $59,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 9 | $13,568 | $14,375 | $7,916 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | $13,568 | $14,375 | $7,916 |
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
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Pierce, Florida, located in a large suburb. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus concentrates on two program families: cosmetology schools, with 9 programs, and barber schools, with 5 programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 88.2%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,091. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,676, and 97.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population. Enrollment is small, with 28 undergraduates and 14 trade completers reported.
This campus is structured around cosmetology and barber programs rather than longer associate-degree tracks, which may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in these trades. Whether the schedule or format fits an adult career-changer's needs is not reported for this campus in federal data, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review the latest outcome figures, check with the accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy offers cosmetology programs (9) and barber programs (5), covering two program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with an accreditation status of 'Accredited'.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 88.2%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $7,917, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,091.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,676.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect cost structure and how federal aid and outcomes are regulated 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 at (772) 464-4885 or visit https://fpbeauty.com/ for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?134228.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
This is not reported for this campus in federal data; the school's focus on cosmetology and barber training suggests hands-on, trade-specific programs, but fit for career changers should be confirmed directly with the school.
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 directly for details on state licensing for cosmetology or barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Fort Pierce Beauty Academy at (772) 464-4885 or through its website, https://fpbeauty.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings 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.