West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty is found in Kalamazoo, MI. Kalamazoo is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty.
The school is known for its programs in beauty and cosmetology.
West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
Students numbered 111 in 2007-2008 at the school. West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty has a large minority student population.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"WEST MICHIGAN COLLEGE OF BARBERING AND BEAUTY SEEK TO PROVIDE THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY WITH HAIR DESIGNERS (COSMETOLOGY,BARBERING, TEACHERS, NAIL TECHNICIANS) WHO ARE RESPECTED BY THEIR EMPLOYERS AND THEIR PROFESSION. 1. PROMOTE COSMETOLOHY(COSMETOLOGY, BARBERING, TEACHING, NAIL TECHNICIAN) AS A PROUD AND PROSPEROUS PROFESSION. 2. PROVIDE REALISTIC EXPOSURE TO THE ROLE OF HAIR DESIGNER (COSMETOLOGH, TEACHERS, NAIL TECHNICIAN, BARBERING). 3. COUNSEL AND ENCOURAGE STUDENTS IN A MEANINGFUL WAY. 4. ACQUAINT STUDENTS WITH CURRENT TECHNICAL AND CREATIVE INFORMATION AVAILABLE. 5. FULFILL ALL STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY REQUIREMENTS. 6. PREPARE STUDENTS FOR STATE BOARD EXAMS. 7. PREPARE EACH STUDENT TO SEEK GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT."
More complete details are provided below.
West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty
3200 South Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
General Phone: (269) 381-4424
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 23 | cosmetology, barber |
Number of programs and degrees for West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 12 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 8 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 3 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty had a total enrollment of 111 students (117 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 35% |
| Black | 59% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 23% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 17% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Kalamazoo, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Financial Aid:
West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2491000)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Barbering/Barber
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets West Michigan College Of Barbering And Beauty Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Male % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Career counseling
Career services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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