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Pierre's School of Cosmetology
- 319 Marginal Way
- Portland, ME 04101
- OPEID College Code: 00945900
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- General Phone: (207) 774-9413
- President/Coo: Michael Bouman
- Website: www.empire.edu

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 315

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 70%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 61% | 51% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,383 | $2,669 | $2,025 | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.8% | 3.6% | 2.3% |
| Number in Default | 13 | 10 | 6 |
| Number in Repayment | 269 | 272 | 252 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $12,300 | $12,300 | $11,900 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 | $1,100 | $550 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,937 | $7,005 | $7,005 |
| Other Expenses | $5,908 | $3,685 | $3,685 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,363 | $3,685 | $3,685 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $26,245 | $24,090 | $23,140 |
| Off Campus with Family | $19,763 | $17,085 | $16,135 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $13,400 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Nail Technician | $1,750 | 200 Contact Hours | 2 Months |
| Aesthetician | $7,800 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | $3,950 | 1,000 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Massage Therapy | $8,350 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Health and Clinical Professions | |
| Massage Therapy | 27 |
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Aesthetician | 21 |
| Cosmetology | 152 |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | 7 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 315 Undergraduate: 315
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 11 Female: 304
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 11 Female: 304
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 245 Part-Time: 70
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 245 Part-Time: 70
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 5 | 2% |
| Black | 4 | 1% |
| Asian | 4 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 6 | 2% |
| White | 243 | 77% |
| Unknown | 53 | 17% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 19 | 6% |
| Ages 18-19 | 85 | 27% |
| Ages 20-21 | 61 | 19% |
| Ages 22-24 | 42 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 52 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 22 | 7% |
| Ages 35-39 | 16 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 10 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 0.3% |
| Age Uknown | 7 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 33 | 30 | 3 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 23 | 21 | 2 |
| Primarily Instruction | 23 | 21 | 2 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Other Professionals | 5 | 5 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 4 | 3 | 1 |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 80%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 68%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 64%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
