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The main campus of American Beauty is in McAlester, OK (a self-contained town). The school is a private, for-profit school. American Beauty offers degrees up to the Certificate.
The school offers a wide array of programs of study, compared to other schools of its size. American Beauty students most commonly major in a field related to beauty and cosmetology.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, 100% of people who applied to American Beauty were accepted.
In 2007-2008, the school had 20 enrolled students. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at American Beauty. Females make the bulk of the student body at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"American Beauty Institute is dedicated to providing graduates for careers in cosmetology arts & sciences & related or unrelated fields. To prepare students during their required course of study to take & pass the state board exams in order to be eligible for entry-level employment in the field of cosmetology. To assist students in learning by the time they graduate to communicate effectively in order to build a client base. To instill a sense of professionalism in each student during their training. To teach up-to-date techniques & information of the profession, students will be supervised by licensed instructors."
More complete details are provided below.
American Beauty Institute
2009 North Main
McAlester, OK 74501
General Phone: (918) 420-4247
http://www.americanbeautyinstitutes.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 14 | cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor |
Number of programs and degrees for American Beauty in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 12 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 2 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, American Beauty had a total enrollment of 20 students (41 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| American Indian | 19% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 5% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 10% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 77% |
| Transfer Out | 9% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of McAlester, Oklahoma for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Oklahoma Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 13 | 13 | 100% | 13 | 100% |
| Women | 13 | 13 | 100% | 13 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not 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:
American Beauty participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2554300)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets American Beauty Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (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 15% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
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