Is A Better U Beauty Barber Academy worth it?
A Better U Beauty Barber Academy is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Albuquerque, New Mexico (large city). It awarded 48 certificates in 2024, most often in barbering.
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Average net price
$20,249
Completion rate
79%
Completions (2024)
48
Students (undergrad)
46
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 48 |
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Sources: federal figures for A Better U Beauty Barber Academy. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New Mexico. Counts under 10 are not published.
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