North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology can be found in Peekskill, NY (a large suburb). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology.
The most common majors at the school are in beauty and cosmetology.
North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
In 2007-2008, 46 students were enrolled in the school. A very high share of students at North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology are female.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"NWSHC is a state of the art educational facility that provides professional preparation for individuals interested in entering the Professional Beauty Industry."
More complete details are provided below.
North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology
19 Bank St
Peekskill, NY 10566
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 34 | cosmetology |
Number of programs and degrees for North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 34 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology had a total enrollment of 46 students (49 full-time equivalent).
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 20% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 86 % |
| Part-Time | 70 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 78% |
| Transfer Out | 8% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Peekskill, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2314200)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets North Westchester School Of Hair Cosmetology 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
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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