Is Urban Academy of Beauty worth it?
Urban Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Rio Rancho, New Mexico (large suburb). It offers programs up to the award of at least one but less than two academic years level, though it reported no completions in 2024.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$16,151
Median earnings 4 years after
$31,032
Median earnings 10 years after
$33,273
Completions (2024)
0
Students (undergrad)
0
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $16,872 | $31,385 | 127 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
| Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Urban Academy of Beauty. 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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