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Trend Barber College
Houston, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 14806 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77090 · Phone: (281) 440-8383 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Trend Barber College is a private for-profit trade school in Houston, Texas offering barber training programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Trend Barber College's completion rate is 56.1%, below the Texas state average of 63.5%; graduates carry median debt of $12,794 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $16,575.
Annual cost of attendance at Trend Barber College is $23,787, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used since the school participates in Title IV; 75.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 43 | $10,529 | $10,043 | $12,500 |
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
Trend Barber College is a private for-profit trade school located in Houston, Texas. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is approved for federal financial aid (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus awards training in a single program family, barber schools, with 43 completers reported in the most recent federal data.
According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data, the campus's completion rate is 56.1%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $12,794, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $16,575. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,787, and 75.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with significant financial need. Enrollment is small, with 61 undergraduate students reported.
This campus offers a single, focused trade path in barbering rather than multiple program options, which may suit students seeking a direct route into a specific trade rather than a broader associate-degree program. Given the reliance on Pell Grants among the student body, it may draw students who need aid-eligible, short-term training. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review the school's full outcomes on the College Scorecard before enrolling, since program length and license requirements are not detailed in the data available here.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Trend Barber College offers barber school programs, with 43 completers reported in the most recent federal data. It is the only program family listed for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Trend Barber College is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its 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, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid. 75.5% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 56.1%, which is below the Texas state average of 63.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported as $12,794.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported as $16,575.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed as $23,787.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Trend Barber College is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid eligibility compared with 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 directly at (281) 440-8383 or visit https://trendbarbercollege.com/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?450711.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a single, focused barbering program with high Pell Grant participation, suggesting it may serve students seeking a direct, aid-eligible path into a trade, but specific career-changer fit is not detailed 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 current licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Trend Barber College at (281) 440-8383 or through its website, https://trendbarbercollege.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other barber schools is not reported for this campus; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?450711 can be used 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.