International Beauty School is in Martinsburg, WV. Martinsburg is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. International Beauty School issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include beauty and cosmetology.
The school's open admission policy attracts a range of prospective students.
Approximately 87 students study at the school (in 2007-2008). International Beauty School is a largely female school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"International Beauty School is a private, proprietary, and co û educational institution of higher learning, educate men and women for challenging and rewarding careers in the field of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences.
Our philosophy has grown out of the simple belief that education at International Beauty School should be providing the student with the necessary skills to become a successful in the field of cosmetology. Our mission, as a school, therefore, is to provide optimum educational opportunities and guidance so that students may formulate and achieve their professional and personal goals, as well s develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes that will enable students to become involved, contributing members if their social and business communities. Graduates are able to assume roles at the entry level in the cosmetology profession with a greater potential for future advancement either by further education or practical experience."
More complete details are provided below.
International Beauty School Martinsburg
201 West King Street
Martinsburg, WV 25401
General Phone: (304) 263-4929
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 60 | cosmetology, manicurist, aesthetician and skin care |
Number of programs and degrees for International Beauty School in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 42 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 18 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, International Beauty School had a total enrollment of 87 students (66 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 47% |
| Black | 39% |
| Hispanic | 9% |
| Asian | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 32% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Martinsburg, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
International Beauty School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 760000)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets International Beauty School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
On-campus library
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