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William Edge Institute
New Braunfels, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 651 North Business IH 35, Suite 330, New Braunfels, TX 78130 · Phone: (830) 387-4094 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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William Edge Institute is a private for-profit trade school in New Braunfels, TX offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
William Edge Institute has a 98.1% completion rate, above the Texas state average of 63.5%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $23,040, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at William Edge Institute is $26,780, federal financial aid can be used here, and 33.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $18,950 | $34,040 | $38,900 |
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 | 23 | $15,359 | $16,786 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $15,359 | $16,786 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $15,359 | $16,786 | 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
William Edge Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in New Braunfels, Texas. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for programs here. The campus's top programs are cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and nail technician schools, serving an undergraduate enrollment of 73 students with 47 trade completers reported.
Federal data show a completion rate of 98.1%, well above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,040. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,780, and 33.7% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its focus on cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology, this campus may suit students seeking hands-on, licensure-track training in beauty and personal-care trades rather than multi-year academic degrees. Whether the program length and schedule fit a career changer's needs is not detailed in the data provided, so prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome figures, check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences directory and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
William Edge Institute offers cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, with cosmetology being the largest at 23 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), 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 programs, and 33.7% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 98.1%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.
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 (830) 387-4094 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $23,040, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,780.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
William Edge Institute is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels, eligibility rules, and program structure compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (830) 387-4094 or visit williamedgeinstitute.com for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?226860.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or length, so fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; reach out to the school for scheduling details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in the provided data; contact the school or Texas licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach William Edge Institute at (830) 387-4094 or through its website at https://williamedgeinstitute.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this listing; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side outcome 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.