Metro Beauty Academy
Metro Beauty Academy is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Allentown, PA. It offers 4 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc. (6/5/2009 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Metro Beauty Academy is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $17,450. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,250 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 10 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Metro Beauty Academy.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $17,450 | $2,675 | 1,250 Hours | 10 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | $7,770 | $300 | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $7,334 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $7,065 | $800 | 450 Hours | 3 Months | $9,978 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 186 students attended Metro Beauty Academy in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 9 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 5 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 16 (full-time) and 8 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Metro Beauty Academy is 94% and the retention rate is 95% at the school.
| Student Population | 186 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 94% |
| Number of Faculty | 14 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Metro Beauty Academy is $17,450
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
15% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $4,665 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $17,450 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,675 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $14,431 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,403 |
| Average Financial Amount | $4,665 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Metro Beauty Academy offers 4 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 225 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 151 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 74 |
| Total | 4 | 0 | 225 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Metro Beauty Academy are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 225 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 151 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 74 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 135 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 133 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | ✕ | 2 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 16 completers |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 16 |
| Total | 151 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 74 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 74 |
| Total | 74 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 186 students have enrolled into Metro Beauty Academy. By gender, 2 male and 184 female students are attending the school.
There are 140 White (75.27%), 2 Black/African American (1.08%), 28 Hispanic (15.05%), 2 Asian (1.08%), and 42 students with other races. 1 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 186 | 2 | 184 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Black/African American | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Hispanic | 28 | 0 | 28 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 140 | 1 | 139 |
| Two More | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Un-Known | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Non-resident Alien | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 4977 Medical Center Circle, Allentown, PA
- 610-398-6227
- School Website
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