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Altoona Beauty is located in Altoona, PA (a small city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Altoona Beauty is the Certificate.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. Altoona Beauty is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
The school does not offer open admission.
Altoona Beauty had 51 enrolled students in 2007-2008.
More complete details are provided below.
Altoona Beauty School
1528 Valley View Blvd.
Altoona, PA 16602-6039
General Phone: (814) 942-3141
http://WWW.ALTOONABEAUTYSCHOOL.COM
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 51 | cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor, electrolysis tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Altoona Beauty in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 28 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 23 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Altoona Beauty had a total enrollment of 51 students (75 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 2% |
| Women | 98% |
| Full-Time | 60% |
| Part-Time | 40% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 96% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 12% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 24% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 4 % |
| Part-Time | 17 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 87% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Altoona, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 68 | 60 | 88% | 60 | 100% |
| Men | 1 | 1 | 100% | 1 | 100% |
| Women | 67 | 59 | 88% | 59 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Financial Aid:
Altoona Beauty participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2290400)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Electrolysis/Electrology and Electrolysis Technician
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Altoona Beauty Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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