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Futura Career Institute
Hialeah, Florida · Private for-profit career college
Address: 4512 West 12th Avenue, Hialeah, FL 33012 · Phone: (305) 825-7660 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Futura Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Hialeah, Florida offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Futura Career Institute has an 89.3% completion rate, above the Florida state average of 70.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Futura Career Institute is reported at $30,765, and the school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV). About 82.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,860 | $43,880 | $62,650 |
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 | 64 | $11,822 | $11,424 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 32 | $11,822 | $11,424 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $11,822 | $11,424 | not reported |
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
Futura Career Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Hialeah, Florida, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and approved for federal student aid (Title IV). The campus focuses on cosmetology and esthetics training, with its top programs being cosmetology schools (94 completers) and esthetician schools (32 completers), out of 3 program offerings total and about 404 undergraduate students enrolled.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 89.3%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%. About 82.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the campus serves a largely low-income student population. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $30,765. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus is likely to suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a broad academic associate degree path, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Given the high share of Pell recipients and the location in a large suburb, it may also fit adult learners or career changers looking for a shorter, licensure-focused pathway, though this is inferred only from the program types and enrollment mix, not stated directly. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current outcome and cost figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Futura Career Institute offers cosmetology and esthetician programs, with cosmetology schools (94 completers) and esthetician schools (32 completers) as its top programs, across 3 total program offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Futura Career Institute is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, and 82.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 89.3%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (305) 825-7660 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for the most current figures.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $30,765.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Futura Career Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing, financial aid packaging, and accreditation type compared to public or nonprofit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly at (305) 825-7660 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and review completion, debt, and earnings 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 campus offers focused cosmetology and esthetics training rather than broad academic degrees, which may suit career changers, though this is inferred from program type only, not stated directly in the data.
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 to confirm state licensure requirements for cosmetology or esthetics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Futura Career Institute at (305) 825-7660 or through its website at https://www.futuracareerinstitute.net/.
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, cost, and outcomes across institutions.
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.