Is South Eastern Beauty Academy worth it?
South Eastern Beauty Academy is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Paintsville, Kentucky (small town). It awarded 26 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, facial treatment specialist and nail technician manicurist.
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Average net price
$5,183
Completion rate
41%
Completions (2024)
26
Students (undergrad)
45
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 20 |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 3 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 3 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for South Eastern Beauty Academy. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Kentucky. Counts under 10 are not published.
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