Cosmetology at UR Beauty & Barber Academy

Sebring, FL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 24 students in Sebring, FL.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $13,951 place UR Beauty & Barber Academy below the $17,289 national median for Cosmetology — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

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 0% gap from the optimistic case.

Median debt of $11,592 represents roughly 10 months of the $13,951 starting salary — a manageable burden by trade school standards.

Ranked #1057 of 1,095 Cosmetology programs, UR Beauty & Barber Academy falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

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

41 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
41
Score
42
High End
Earnings $13,951/yr (-19% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$146K
1.0% 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
$11,592
10.0 months of Year 1 earnings

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.

Read the full Cosmetology career guide →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 41/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Cosmetology at UR Beauty & Barber Academy?
At 41/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Why are Cosmetology earnings lower at UR Beauty & Barber Academy?
Lower starting pay at UR Beauty & Barber Academy may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Cosmetology program at UR Beauty & Barber Academy?
Beyond UR Beauty & Barber Academy's classroom route, 5 registered apprenticeships map to Cosmetology careers — including Barber. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Will Cosmetology graduates from UR Beauty & Barber Academy find jobs?
With approximately 145,700 annual openings across mapped careers, Cosmetology offers a very large employment pool. UR Beauty & Barber Academy graduates enter a market shaped by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →