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Paramount Beauty Academy
Portsmouth, Ohio · Private for-profit career school
Address: 1745 11th St, Portsmouth, OH 45662 · Phone: (740) 353-2436 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Paramount Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Portsmouth, Ohio, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Paramount Beauty Academy has a 93.0% completion rate versus a 68.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $21,361 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Paramount Beauty Academy is $16,230, and the school participates in federal financial aid programs, with 68.0% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $28,350 | $39,150 | $52,870 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,520 | $36,260 | $57,840 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $26,650 | $35,590 | $45,240 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (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 | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, under 300 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | 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
Paramount Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Portsmouth, Ohio, located in a distant town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. Its most-awarded programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, with four program families offered in total.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 93.0%, above the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $21,361. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,230, and 68.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need. Enrollment stood at 51 undergraduates with 36 trade completers in the reporting period.
Given its focus on esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician training, this campus fits students seeking shorter, hands-on career programs rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit adult career changers looking for a faster path into the workforce — though specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current federal figures on the College Scorecard before enrolling, since program offerings and costs can change.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Paramount Beauty Academy's top programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, spanning four program families in total.
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, the 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 93.0%, which is above the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $9,833, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $21,361.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,230.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Paramount Beauty Academy is a private for-profit school, which can affect its cost structure and financial aid eligibility 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 (740) 353-2436 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?204963.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on beauty and personal care trades, such as cosmetology and esthetics, may suit adult career changers seeking hands-on training, though specific scheduling details are not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for guidance on state licensing exams.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Paramount Beauty Academy at (740) 353-2436 or through its website, https://www.paramountbeautyacademy.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare 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.