Trade and career programs at Barber Tech Academy-Columbia
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 | 2 | $17,120 | n/a | n/a |
Barber Tech Academy-Columbia cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $17,135 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $34,931 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,939 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $26,939 |
| $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
- 67% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Students who completed left with a median of $13,000 in federal student loans.
- 65% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Barber Tech Academy-Columbia cost?
Tuition and fees are $17,135 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $26,939 in 2024-25.
How much do Barber Tech Academy-Columbia graduates earn?
Cosmetology and barbering certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $17,120 one year after finishing.
Is Barber Tech Academy-Columbia accredited?
Barber Tech Academy-Columbia is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Fortis College-Columbia, Columbia: $15,535 a year
- Southeastern College-Columbia, Columbia: $26,016 a year
- Greenville Technical College, Greenville: $5,780 a year
- Horry-Georgetown Technical College, Conway: $6,702 a year
- Tri-County Technical College, Pendleton: $4,599 a year
- Spartanburg Community College, Spartanburg: $5,246 a year
More: all trade schools in South Carolina · Barber Tech Academy-Columbia 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.