Cosmetology at Brittany Beauty Academy

Bronx, NY · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a smaller institution with 148 students in Bronx, NY.

Program Analysis

Brittany Beauty Academy's Cosmetology program produces graduates earning $16,822/yr — within striking distance of the $17,289 national average for this trade.

Some AI exposure exists in Cosmetology's career paths, with 24% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 5% gap from the optimistic case.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $6,333 in median debt clears fast against $16,822 in annual earnings.

Ranked #733 of 1,095 Cosmetology programs, Brittany Beauty Academy falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

Five-year earnings of $18,367 are relatively flat compared to the $16,822 starting salary — typical of trades with stable but capped salary bands.

Cosmetology offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
39
Low End
42
Score
43
High End
Earnings $16,822/yr (-3% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$186K
2.2% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$6,333
4.5 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$18,367
9% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Personal service managers, all other $61,340 +6.5% 48%
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance $50,280 +8.1% 66%
First-line supervisors of personal service workers $47,080 +6.7% 59%
Personal service managers, all other
$61,340
+6.5% growth 48% AI-proof
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50,280
+8.1% growth 66% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of personal service workers
$47,080
+6.7% growth 59% AI-proof

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Cosmetology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Cosmetology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering personal services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Brittany Beauty Academy's Cosmetology program score?
At 42/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology graduates?
There are 5 registered apprenticeships connected to Cosmetology occupations, such as Barber and Cosmetologist. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Will Cosmetology graduates from Brittany Beauty Academy find jobs?
With approximately 145,700 annual openings across mapped careers, Cosmetology offers a very large employment pool. Brittany Beauty Academy graduates enter a market shaped by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →