Is Premier Barber Institute worth it?
Premier Barber Institute is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Norristown, Pennsylvania (large suburb). It awarded 42 certificates in 2024, most often in barbering; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$17,119
Median earnings 4 years after
$21,260
Average net price
$27,339
Completion rate
70%
Completions (2024)
42
Years to pay back
5.1 years
Students (undergrad)
50
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $18,424 | $20,620 | 35 |
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 | 40 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 2 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Premier Barber Institute. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Pennsylvania. Counts under 10 are not published.
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