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Empire Beauty School - Somersworth
- 362 Rte 108
- Somersworth, NH 03878
- OPEID College Code: 02179600
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- General Phone: (603) 692-1515
- Chief Executive Office: Norman Langlois
- Website: empirebeautyschools.com

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 129

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- THE PRIMARY GOAL OF EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOLS IS TO DEVELOPE IN OU STUDENTS THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE DEGREE OF TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE. WE TRAIN EACH OF OUR STUDENTS IN THE PRINCIPALS AND PRACTICES OF COSMETOLOGY. EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOLS IS TRYING TO PROVIDE EACH OF OUR STUDENTS WITH MARKETABLE SKILLS AND PROFESSIONAL ATTITUDES. THESE ATTITUDES EMPHASIZE RESPONSIBILITY AND COMMITMENT TO SELF, EMPLOYERS, COLLEAGUES, CLIENTS AND COMMUNITY. OUR OBJECTIVE IS TO TRAIN EACH STUDENT IN THE TECHNICAL AND SOCIAL SKILLS NECESSARY TO BE A SUCCESSFUL, COMPETENT COSMETOLOGIST. INSTRUCTION TAKES PLACE THROUGH A COMBINATION OF THEORY CLASS, PRACTICAL WORK, CLINIC EXPERIENCE, GROUP AND INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES. AT THE COMPLETION OF OUR PROGRAM, THE STUDENT IS PREPARED TO ENTER THE COSMETOLOGY PROFESSION AND CONTINUE TO GROW AND DEVELOP AND MAKE A CONTRIBUTION TO THE PROFESSION.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
None Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- 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: 98%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 92% | 57% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,047 | $2,419 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 17.3% | 11.6% | 10.6% |
| Number in Default | 34 | 17 | 13 |
| Number in Repayment | 196 | 146 | 122 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $13,500 | $12,000 | $12,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,187 | $5,187 | $5,187 |
| Other Expenses | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,120 | $1,120 | $1,120 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $22,287 | $20,287 | $20,287 |
| Off Campus with Family | $16,120 | $14,120 | $14,120 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $15,000 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 129 Undergraduate: 129
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8 Female: 121
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 8 Female: 121
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 83 Part-Time: 46
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 83 Part-Time: 46
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 1 | 0.8% |
| Asian | 5 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2 | 2% |
| White | 118 | 91% |
| Unknown | 3 | 2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 45 | 35% |
| Ages 20-21 | 23 | 18% |
| Ages 22-24 | 13 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 18 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 12 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 5 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 9 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Primarily Instruction | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 2 | 2 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 63%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 48%
College Reviews
Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
