Merrillville Beauty College can be found in Merrillville, Indiana (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at Merrillville Beauty College.
The school is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
In 2005, 131 students were enrolled in Merrillville Beauty College. The school has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Merrillville Beauty College is to provide thorough education and training in barbering, cosmetology and massage therapy to help meet the needs of the community while enabling students to achieve personal and professional goals. The college keeps a positive atmosphere in which experienced and dedicated staff and faculty members encourage students personal and practical skills."
More complete details are provided below.
Merrillville Beauty College
48 W 67th Pl
Merrillville, IN 46410
General Phone: (219) 769-2232
Admissions Phone: (219) 769-2232
Financial Aid Phone: (219) 769-2232
http://MerrillvilleBeautyCollege.com
Merrillville Beauty College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 104 | cosmetology, manicurist, barber, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetoloty instructor |
| Therapy And Counseling | 3 | massage therapy |
Number of programs and degrees for Merrillville Beauty College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 63 | 3 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 44 | 3 |
In 2005, Merrillville Beauty College had a total enrollment of 131 students (87 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 19% |
| Black | 77% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 10% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 26% |
| 30-34 | 19% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Indiana | 97% |
| Illinois | 3% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 76 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 36% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Merrillville, Indiana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Indiana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (219) 769-2232
Financial Aid:
Merrillville Beauty College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 961300)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (219) 769-2232
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Barbering/Barber
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Merrillville Beauty College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career placement services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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