Alhambra Beauty is located in Alhambra, CA (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Alhambra Beauty is the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
Alhambra Beauty is an open-admission school.
The school had 113 enrolled students in 2007-2008. Alhambra Beauty has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"At Alhambra Beauty College, our institutional objective is to provide training to our students which will prepare them to pass the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination for their course of study. This examination determines an individuals basic knowledge and skills for entry level positions in the Beauty Industry. The training provided by our institution will prepare the graduate with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the Board Examination and if desired, pursue a vocation, at an entry level position, for employment in their individual field of training. These objectives are monitored and attained by the schools continuous attention to and evaluation of the schools curriculum and practical training skills, as mandated by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Our staff is dedicated to the premise of providing the best possible vocational training within our abilities and within the scope of the Board's required curriculum."
More complete details are provided below.
Alhambra Beauty College
200 W Main St
Alhambra, CA 91801
General Phone: (626) 282-7765
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 103 | aesthetician and skin care, cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for Alhambra Beauty in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 56 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 47 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Alhambra Beauty had a total enrollment of 113 students (148 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 0% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 94% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 7% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 18% |
| 40-49 | 32% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 52% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Alhambra, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Alhambra Beauty participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2282300)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Alhambra Beauty Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
On-campus library
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