Trade and career programs at Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis
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 | 26 | $23,829 | $25,814 | $10,667 |
Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $19,740 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $22,986 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $17,457 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $16,773 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $17,475 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $16,764 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $18,542 |
| Over $110,000 | $22,986 |
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
- Former students earned a median of $29,071 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $10,222 in federal student loans.
- 55% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis cost?
Tuition and fees are $19,740 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $17,457 in 2024-25.
How much do Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis graduates earn?
Cosmetology and barbering certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $23,829 one year after finishing.
Is Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis accredited?
Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Indianapolis, Indianapolis: $16,757 a year
- Fortis College-Indianapolis, Indianapolis: $15,929 a year
- Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis: $5,154 a year
- Kenny's Academy of Barbering, Indianapolis: $20,140 a year
- Lincoln College of Technology-Indianapolis, Indianapolis: $37,767 a year
- MyComputerCareer at Indianapolis, Indianapolis: $17,271 a year
More: all trade schools in Indiana · Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis 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.