Buchanan Beauty College

925 Sevier Street, Shelbyville, TN

Located in Shelbyville, Tennessee, Buchanan Beauty College is a private institution that provides career education for potential students interested in cosmetology. The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences has accredited the instruction & training provided by Buchanan Beauty College for over 3 years. The main program offered by Buchanan Beauty College is in cosmetology, which prepares students with the skills and education needed to obtain licensure and seek out long term employment after graduation. In addition, Buchanan Beauty College also offers a nail technology program, which offers education in nail artistry, an esthetics program, for individuals who wish to specialize in skin treatments and care, and a cosmetology instructor training program for students who aim to become educators.

Over the last several years close to 61 students have graduated from this school, with students graduating with a rate of about 70%. In 2009 the reported default rate of students taking federal student loans to pay the tuition and fees for this school was around 9%.

Buchanan Beauty College provides cosmetology career counseling to help students. State licensing procedures may differ, and as such it is suggested students lookup obtaining a license in cosmetology. Students can learn more about Buchanan Beauty College, including licensure preparation, by visiting shutterfly.com.

Programs Offered

Below is a listing of the programs that may be offered at Buchanan Beauty College. Actual programs may differ from the list below, to get an official list of programs offered please visit the school's website or by phone at (931) 684-4080.

Cosmetology (1,500 Hours)

Cosmetology program takes on average thirteen months to complete. Students that complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.

Program Details:

Tuition estimate is $13,000*
The estimated cost of supplies that may be required is $2,000*
6 students completed this program in the previous reported year
The length of the cosmetology program is usually 13 months

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(600 Hours)

The program offered most often takes about six months to complete and may fulfill course requirements for licensing.

Program Details:

Tuition estimate is $5,000*
Cost of required supplies: $1,100*
Takes about 6 months to complete

Cosmetology, Barber and Nail Instructor (300 Hours)

Cosmetology, barber and nail instructor program takes on average three months to complete. Students that complete this program may be eligible to pursue licensing.

Program Details:

Tuition estimate is $3,000*
Cost of required supplies: $500*
Takes about 3 months to complete

Notes:
*The posted costs for tuition, fees and supplies are determined through historical data and may not represent current costs.

**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimated to provide a comparative context. For more detailed information individuals are asked to contact the school.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.

Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.

Financial Aid Details

The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	100%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	91%	$4,567
Receiving Student Loans	55%	$4,043

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