The campus of Graham Webb is in Arlington, Virginia, which is a medium-sized city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Graham Webb include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Graham Webb is known for its programs in personal services and beauty and cosmetology.
Its open admissions system makes the school an attractive choice for many applicants. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
In 2005, the school had 281 students enrolled (267 full-time equivalent).
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Academy is student-oriented, with the goal of producing a higher caliber professional cosmetologist and hairdresser. We use only approved teaching techniques and training aids and purchase high-quality equipment and supplies for student use. In order to constantly upgrade the quality of training for students and client services, we actively participate in educational seminars, conferences, and meetings. They are necessary to compete in any career, and we expect these traits of our students."
More complete details are provided below.
Graham Webb International Academy Of Hair
1621 N. Kent St, Suite 1617 Ll Rosslyn Plaza
Arlington, VA 22209-2131
http://www.grahamwebbacademyonline.com
Graham Webb awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 127 | cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for Graham Webb in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 127 | 1 |
In 2005, Graham Webb had a total enrollment of 281 students (267 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 16% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Other Races | 7% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 20% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Virginia | 52% |
| Maryland | 35% |
| District of Columbia | 12% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 85 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 63% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Arlington, Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
Graham Webb participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3002400)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Graham Webb Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in personal services (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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