Trade and career programs at Metro Detroit Barber College
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 | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Metro Detroit Barber College cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $14,377 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $22,254 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $15,600 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $14,859 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $18,319 |
| $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
- 100% 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).
- 31% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- 79% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Metro Detroit Barber College cost?
Tuition and fees are $14,377 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $15,600 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Metro Detroit Barber College?
100% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
Is Metro Detroit Barber College accredited?
The Department of Education lists Metro Detroit Barber College as eligible for federal student aid. Ask the school about program accreditation and state licensing.
Other trade schools nearby
- DSDT, Detroit: $17,995 a year
- Detroit Business Institute-Downriver, Detroit: $30,816 a year
- Dorsey College-Dearborn, Detroit: $18,180 a year
- P&A Scholars Beauty School, Detroit: $19,800 a year
- Sacred Heart Major Seminary, Detroit: $26,150 a year
More: all trade schools in Michigan · Metro Detroit Barber College 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.