The campus of Wright Beauty Academy is in Portage, Michigan, which is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Wright Beauty Academy include, at the school's highest level, the Certificate.
The school is known for its programs in personal services and beauty and cosmetology.
Admission at Wright Beauty Academy is selective, not open to all who apply.
In 2005, the school had 126 students enrolled (63 full-time equivalent). A very high share of students at Wright Beauty Academy are female.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Wright Beauty Academy
6666 Lovers Ln
Portage, MI 49002
General Phone: (269) 321-8708
Admissions Phone: (269) 321-8708
Financial Aid Phone: (269) 321-8708
http://wrightbeautyacademy.com
Wright Beauty Academy awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 55 | cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor |
Number of programs and degrees for Wright Beauty Academy in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 38 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 17 | 2 |
In 2005, Wright Beauty Academy had a total enrollment of 126 students (63 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 31% |
| Part-Time | 69% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 25% |
| 18-19 | 11% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 2% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
| Part-Time | 80 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2004):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 64% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Portage, 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.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 103 | 103 | 100% | 103 | 100% |
| Women | 103 | 103 | 100% | 103 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (269) 321-8708
Financial Aid:
Wright Beauty Academy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1047000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (269) 321-8708
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Wright Beauty Academy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in personal services (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career placement services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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