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Yahweh Beauty Academy
Killeen, Texas · Private for-profit career school
Address: 431 North 38th Street, Killeen, TX 76543 · Phone: (254) 554-7771 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Yahweh Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Killeen, Texas offering cosmetology, barbering, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Yahweh Beauty Academy has a 55.6% completion rate, below the Texas state average of 63.5%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Yahweh Beauty Academy is $16,644, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 18.3% 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 |
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
| 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 | 11 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | not reported | $20,140 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | $20,140 | 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
Yahweh Beauty Academy is a private for-profit trade school in Killeen, Texas, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards training primarily in cosmetology, barbering, and nail technology, with cosmetology and barber programs each accounting for 11 completions and nail technician training accounting for one.
Federally reported data shows a completion rate of 55.6%, which is below the state average of 63.5%. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,644, and 18.3% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students enrolled.
With a small undergraduate enrollment of 29 and 23 trade program completers, this campus operates on a small scale typical of single-location cosmetology and barber schools. The listed programs point to shorter, hands-on training rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit those seeking a direct path into cosmetology, barbering, or nail technology. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, and contact the school directly for details not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Yahweh Beauty Academy offers cosmetology, barber, and nail technician programs. Cosmetology and barber programs each have 11 completers, while the nail technician program has 1.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, 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, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.6%, which is below 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 (254) 554-7771 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for the most current figures.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $16,644.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the data provided; contact the school directly at (254) 554-7771 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484136.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for cosmetology, barbering, and nail technology are set by the state of Texas; the data provided does not specify exam or license details, so contact the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Yahweh Beauty Academy at (254) 554-7771 or visit https://www.yahwehbeautyacademy.com/ for application information.
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.