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Scales Barber Academy
McDonough, Georgia · career school · part of -
Address: 574 Macon Street, McDonough, GA 30253 · Phone: (254) 245-7149
No accreditor sanctions in the last 36 months
Scales Barber Academy is a barber school in McDonough, Georgia, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Federal outcome data is not reported for this campus.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This school does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used here.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $27,950 | $30,750 | $60,150 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Georgia (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 |
|---|
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
Scales Barber Academy is a barber school located in McDonough, Georgia. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited. According to federal data, this school does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid, meaning students cannot use FAFSA or Pell Grants to help cover costs here. The program family offered at this campus is barber-schools, which reflects the school's focus on training students for careers in barbering.
Specific outcome and cost figures for this campus are limited in the federal dataset. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. The share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data, which is consistent with a school that does not participate in Title IV aid.
Because detailed program lengths are not listed here, prospective students -- including adult career changers -- should contact the school directly to ask about schedule, program length, and total cost before enrolling. To verify accreditation status independently, check with the Council on Occupational Education. For any available federal outcome data, consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard directly, since many figures for this campus are not reported there. Calling the school at the listed phone number is the most direct way to get current, accurate details.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Scales Barber Academy offers programs in the barber-schools program family. Specific program names beyond this family are not reported in the available data.
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?
No, this school does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants cannot be used to pay for enrollment here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for more information.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (254) 245-7149 for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
The control type (public, non-profit, or for-profit) is not reported in the available data. This distinction can affect tuition, financial aid eligibility, and institutional oversight.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in the available data. Contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education. For federal outcome data, consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, though many figures for this campus may not be listed there.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after program completion are not reported in the available data. Contact the school for details on what credentials graduates pursue.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Scales Barber Academy at (254) 245-7149 to ask about enrollment and application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other barber schools in the area is not reported in the available federal data. Checking the College Scorecard or contacting multiple schools directly can help with comparisons.
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.