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La Belle Beauty Academy
Miami, Florida · Private for-profit career school
Address: 2960 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33135 · Phone: (305) 649-2800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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La Belle Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Miami, FL offering nail technician, cosmetology, and massage therapy programs, accredited by NACCAS.
La Belle Beauty Academy has a 98.4% completion rate, above Florida's 70.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,502 and median earnings of $16,212 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at La Belle Beauty Academy is $24,765, federal financial aid is accepted, and 40.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $28,730 | $37,840 | $48,260 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $27,450 | $29,530 | $35,090 |
| Massage therapists | $30,310 | $49,680 | $59,700 |
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, under 300 hours | 161 | $13,599 | $13,144 | $8,149 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 40 | $13,599 | $13,144 | $8,149 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 27 | $13,599 | $13,144 | $8,149 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | $13,599 | $13,144 | $8,149 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $13,599 | $13,144 | $8,149 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $17,115 | not reported | $5,909 |
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
La Belle Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school located in Miami, Florida. 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, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's most-awarded programs are nail technician schools, cosmetology schools, and massage therapy schools, reflecting its focus on beauty and personal care trades.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 98.4%, which is above the Florida state average of 70.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,502, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,212. The annual cost of attendance is $24,765, and 40.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training in nail technology, cosmetology, or massage therapy rather than a multi-year degree program, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Adult learners and career changers considering a switch into personal care trades may want to confirm program length and schedule directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, prospective students can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or contact the school directly using the information below.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
La Belle Beauty Academy's top programs are nail technician schools, cosmetology schools, and massage therapy schools, among 6 program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal 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 98.4%, which is above Florida's state average of 70.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,502, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $16,212, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $24,765.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
La Belle Beauty Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and the types of financial aid available compared to public or non-profit 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 at (305) 649-2800 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through NACCAS and check outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?383163.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Specific fit for adult career changers is not detailed in federal data, but the school's focus on hands-on personal care trades like cosmetology and nail technology may appeal to those seeking shorter, skills-based training; contact the school to discuss scheduling options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach La Belle Beauty Academy at (305) 649-2800 or through its website at https://www.labellebeauty.net/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby trade schools is not reported in this dataset; consult the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, debt, 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.