Trade and career programs at ARROJO Academy
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 109 | $30,086 | $29,997 | n/a |
ARROJO Academy cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $17,000 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $29,965 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $24,962 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $24,962 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | Not reported |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | Not reported |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 99% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 82% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- 45% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Frequently asked questions
How much does ARROJO Academy cost?
Tuition and fees are $17,000 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $24,962 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at ARROJO Academy?
99% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do ARROJO Academy graduates earn?
Cosmetology and barbering certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $30,086 one year after finishing.
Is ARROJO Academy accredited?
ARROJO Academy is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Ace Institute of Technology, New York: $12,400 a year
- American Musical and Dramatic Academy, New York: $49,274 a year
- Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics, New York: $10,540 a year
- Atlantic Acting School, New York: $22,700 a year
- Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-New York, New York: $19,000 a year
- Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics Skin Care & Makeup, New York: $10,040 a year
More: all trade schools in New York · ARROJO Academy on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.