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Houston Training Schools-Gessner
Houston, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 3722 South Gessner, Houston, TX 77063 · Phone: (281) 867-9099 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Houston Training Schools-Gessner is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Texas offering cosmetology, nail technician, and esthetician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Houston Training Schools-Gessner has a 77.8% completion rate, above the Texas state average of 63.5%, and median earnings of $18,991 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Houston Training Schools-Gessner is $12,459, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with 97.7% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $18,950 | $34,040 | $38,900 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 35 | $14,525 | $14,773 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | $14,525 | $14,773 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $14,525 | $14,773 | 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
Houston Training Schools-Gessner is a private for-profit trade school located in Houston, Texas. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus's top programs are cosmetology (35 completers), nail technician training (16 completers), and esthetician training (14 completers), serving a total undergraduate enrollment of 138 students.
According to federal data, this campus has a completion rate of 77.8%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $18,991. Annual cost of attendance is $12,459. A very high share of students, 97.7%, receive Pell Grants, indicating the student population is largely lower-income. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology, nail technology, or esthetics rather than a multi-year academic degree. The high Pell percentage suggests the school primarily serves students needing financial assistance, which may include career changers, though program length and schedule details are not specified in this data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Houston Training Schools-Gessner offers cosmetology, nail technician, and esthetician programs. Cosmetology is the largest program with 35 completers, followed by nail technician training (16) and esthetician training (14).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible 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 at this campus is 77.8%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (281) 867-9099 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $18,991, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $12,459 according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school. For-profit status can affect tuition pricing and financial aid terms, so students should compare costs and outcomes carefully.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in the available data. Contact the school directly at (281) 867-9099 or via its website for schedule and duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484996.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a high share of Pell-eligible students (97.7%), suggesting many students rely on financial aid, but specific fit for career changers is not detailed in program-length data. Contact the school to discuss adult and career-changer options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this dataset. Contact the school or check Texas cosmetology licensing boards for program-specific requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Houston Training Schools-Gessner at (281) 867-9099 or visit https://houstontrainingschools.net/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this dataset. Use the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484996 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.