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Design's School of Cosmetology
- 715 24th St Ste E
- Paso Robles, CA 93446
- OPEID College Code: 03646300
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- General Phone: (805) 237-8575
- Administrator: Sharon Skinner
- Website: designsschool.com

- Type: Private For-Profit, Less-Than 2-Year
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 60

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
None Available
- Mission Statement
- At Design's School of Cosmetology, it is our objective to provide the student with the education necessary, to not only pass the licensing exam, but to be an asset to the profession of cosmetology and become a success in whatever area of cosmetology the student desires. We place emphasis on how to be successful in the salon and how to create the lifestyle that you desire. This means hard work, dedication and practice on your part. The degree of your succcess will depend on the effort you are willing to expend during the entire course of your training.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees Fall 2006
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2006
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | - | 40 | 40 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | - (-) | 2 (5%) | 2 (5%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | - (-) | - (-) | - (-) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 88%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 88% | 75% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,500 | $3,000 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.8% | - | - |
| Number in Default | 1 | - | - |
| Number in Repayment | 27 | 14 | 13 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Cosmetology
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $8,000 | $7,250 | $7,250 |
| Books and Supplies | $650 | $500 | $500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,279 | $2,967 | $2,713 |
| Other Expenses | $2,666 | $2,578 | $2,529 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,689 | $2,631 | $2,529 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $14,595 | $13,295 | $12,992 |
| Off Campus with Family | $11,339 | $10,381 | $10,279 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology | $8,650 | 1,600 Contact Hours | 12 Months |
| Aesthetician | $4,500 | 600 Contact Hours | - Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | |
| Aesthetician | 26 |
| Cosmetology | 15 |
| Nail Technician | - |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 60 Undergraduate: 60
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 4 Female: 56
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 4 Female: 56
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 42 Part-Time: 18
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 42 Part-Time: 18
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 1 | 2% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 10 | 17% |
| White | 47 | 78% |
| Unknown | 2 | 3% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 9 | 15% |
| Ages 20-21 | 10 | 17% |
| Ages 22-24 | 9 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 7 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 7 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 7 | 12% |
| Ages 40-49 | 4 | 7% |
| Age Uknown | 7 | 12% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Primarily Instruction | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 2 | 2 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1 | 1 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
- Graduation and Retention Rates
- Percent of Students Graduating: 79%
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 88%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | - | 2 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
