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Image Maker Beauty Institute
Hendersonville, Tennessee · Private for-profit career college
Address: 139 Maple Row Boulevard, Suite 208, Hendersonville, TN 37075 · Phone: (615) 822-6141 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Image Maker Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Hendersonville, Tennessee, offering cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Image Maker Beauty Institute has a 76.9% completion rate, above Tennessee's state average of 64.3%, and graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Attending Image Maker Beauty Institute costs $22,546 per year, and federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used; 53.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,700 | $31,310 | $39,990 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (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 | 40 | $21,769 | not reported | $9,833 |
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
Image Maker Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Hendersonville, Tennessee. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus's primary program family is cosmetology, with cosmetology schools programs (40 completers) representing its main area of training.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 76.9%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is $22,546, and 53.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially need-based enrollment.
This campus, located in a large suburb, offers a single program family focused on cosmetology, suggesting it is best suited for students specifically pursuing a career in the beauty industry rather than those seeking broader vocational options. The above-average completion rate and relatively low median debt may appeal to career changers looking for a manageable path into a licensed trade. Prospective students should verify current program details, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone at (615) 822-6141 or via its website. Federal outcomes and accreditation status can also be confirmed through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Image Maker Beauty Institute offers cosmetology programs, with 40 students completing this program family, according to 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?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial 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 76.9%, which is above the Tennessee state average of 64.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $22,546, 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, meaning it operates for profit and its funding, tuition, and outcomes may differ from public or nonprofit 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 to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?487922.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single cosmetology program family and above-average completion rate suggest this campus may suit those specifically pursuing licensure in cosmetology, but program length and format details are not reported here—confirm with the school for career-changer fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about cosmetology licensing in Tennessee.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Image Maker Beauty Institute at (615) 822-6141 or visit https://www.imagemakerbeauty.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, 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.