Legends Institute is found in Lynchburg, VA. Lynchburg is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Certificate at Legends Institute.
The school is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
Legends Institute accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Students numbered 39 in 2007 at Legends Institute. A very high share of students at the school are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Our goal is to train individuals who are serious about acheiving their goals of professionalism in the field of cosmetology. We feel our task is to provide the student a clear understanding, in theory and practice, of the basic aspects of cosmetology including hair, skin and nail care. We further wish to assist the student in developing communication and public relations skills. Our mission is to graduate students prepared to take the state board exams and also have the skills and confidence to begin their journey in the field of cosmetology."
More complete details are provided below.
Legends Institute
2323 Memorial Avenue Unit 27
Lynchburg, VA 24501-2652
General Phone: (434) 385-7722
http://www.legendsinstitute.com
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 11 | cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for Legends Institute in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 11 | 1 |
In 2007, Legends Institute had a total enrollment of 39 students (39 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 74% |
| Black | 25% |
| Asian | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 36% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 86% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Lynchburg, 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:
Legends Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1159600)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Legends Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
On-campus library
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