Students attend Brio in Meriden, CT, a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Brio degrees go up to the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
Applicants to Brio appreciate its open admissions policy.
There are 128 students at the school (as of 2007).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our Mission at Brio Academy is to:
EDUCATE to the highest standards in the field of Cosmetology;
GRADUATE students from the curriculum of Cosmetology;
Enable our students to become LICENSED as a State Certified Cosmetologist;
Enable graduates to become EMPLOYED in the cosmetology field."
More complete details are provided below.
Brio Academy Of Cosmetology Meriden
1231 E Main St
Meriden, CT 06450-4836
http://www.brioacademy.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 61 | cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for Brio in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 61 | 1 |
In 2007, Brio had a total enrollment of 128 students (63 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 52% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 31% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 54 % |
| Part-Time | 94 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 62% |
| Transfer Out | 2% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Meriden, Connecticut for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Connecticut Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Brio participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 887400)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Brio Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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