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J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy
Terre Haute, Indiana · Private for-profit career school
Address: 2232 Wabash Ave, Terre Haute, IN 47807 · Phone: (812) 232-8334 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Terre Haute, Indiana, offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy has an 84.2% completion rate, above the state average of 65.5%, with median graduate debt of $6,650 and median earnings of $26,999 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy is $21,746, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 56.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $24,440 | $44,450 | $52,390 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,890 | $32,830 | $44,910 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Indiana (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, 300–899 hours | 56 | $17,789 | $15,922 | $5,500 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 46 | $17,789 | $15,922 | $5,500 |
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
J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Terre Haute, Indiana. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV funds apply). The campus's two program families are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with cosmetology and esthetician training making up its top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.2%, above the state average of 65.5% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,650, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,999. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,746, and 56.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Program completer counts (102) and undergraduate enrollment (88) suggest a small, focused campus.
This school may suit students seeking short, hands-on training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year associate degree, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should independently verify current program schedules and licensing requirements directly with the school. To confirm accreditation status and outcomes, prospective students can check the NACCAS accreditation records and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this institution before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy offers esthetician school and cosmetology school programs, its only two program families listed in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 84.2%, which is above the Indiana state average of 65.5% for comparable programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $6,650, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $26,999.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $21,746.
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 levels and the types of institutional oversight applied compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (812) 232-8334 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported for this campus in federal data; the school's small enrollment (88) and focused cosmetology/esthetics offerings may be worth discussing directly with admissions.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about state cosmetology or esthetics licensing steps.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy at (812) 232-8334 or through its website, https://harroldbeautyacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data for nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across similar 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.