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JT's Cuts Academy
Fort Lauderdale, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 830 East Oakland Park Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334 · Phone: (954) 440-0470 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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JT's Cuts Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida offering barber school programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Completion rate and graduate debt are not reported for this campus, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard; the Florida state average completion rate is 70.5%.
Annual cost of attendance at JT's Cuts Academy is $19,940, and the school accepts federal financial aid; about 50.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 17 | not reported | not reported | 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
JT's Cuts Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. The school participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for enrollment. The campus focuses on a single program family, barber schools, with 17 completers recorded and a total undergraduate enrollment of 37 students, located in a large suburb setting.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate in Florida is 70.5%, though this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are also not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,940. About 50.0% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students demonstrate financial need.
This campus offers a single, focused trade path in barbering rather than a range of associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a concentrated, hands-on program rather than a multi-year academic track. Because program length is not stated in the data provided, prospective students—including career changers—should contact the school directly to confirm schedules and program duration. To verify accreditation status and review any updated outcome data, prospective students can consult the Council on Occupational Education directly and check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard listing for this campus before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
JT's Cuts Academy offers one program family: barber schools, with 17 recorded completers.
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 aid programs, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The Florida state average completion rate is 70.5%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
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 (954) 440-0470 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $19,940 according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
JT's Cuts Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, financial aid terms, and institutional accountability compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (954) 440-0470 or via https://www.jtcutsacademy.com/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?498827.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a single, focused barbering program rather than multi-year degrees, which may appeal to those wanting a concentrated trade path, but specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after program completion are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach JT's Cuts Academy at (954) 440-0470 or visit https://www.jtcutsacademy.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby barber schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard for similar programs in the area.
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.