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American Beauty Institute
- 2009 North Main
- Mcalester, OK 74501
- OPEID College Code: 02554300
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- General Phone: (918) 420-4247
- Owner: Donna Pope
- Website: www.americanbeautyinstitutes.com

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Remote Town
- Student Enrollment: 20

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- Mission Statement
- American Beauty Institute is dedicated to providing graduates for careers in cosmetology arts & sciences & related or unrelated fields. To prepare students during their required course of study to take & pass the state board exams in order to be eligible for entry-level employment in the field of cosmetology. To assist students in learning by the time they graduate to communicate effectively in order to build a client base. To instill a sense of professionalism in each student during their training. To teach up-to-date techniques & information of the profession, students will be supervised by licensed instructors.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1 | 42 | 43 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1 (100%) | 19 (45%) | 20 (47%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1 (100%) | 19 (100%) | 20 (100%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 67%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 45% | 64% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $3,795 | $2,103 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.0% | - | - |
| Number in Default | 1 | - | - |
| Number in Repayment | 11 | 8 | 14 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $10,575 | $9,500 | $9,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $150 | - |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,396 | $9,000 | $7,500 |
| Other Expenses | $9,104 | $3,500 | $3,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $6,804 | $3,500 | $3,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $29,875 | $22,150 | $19,500 |
| Off Campus with Family | $18,179 | $13,150 | $12,000 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $11,375 | 1,500 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Nail Technician | $4,475 | 600 Contact Hours | 5 Months |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | $3,525 | 1,000 Contact Hours | 9 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Cosmetology | 20 |
| Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor | - |
| Nail Technician | 4 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 20 Undergraduate: 20
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1 Female: 19
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1 Female: 19
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 20 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 20 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 3 | 15% |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | 17 | 85% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 4 | 20% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 4 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1 | 5% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 2 | 10% |
| Ages 50-65 | 2 | 10% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1 | 1 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 77%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
