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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Union, NJ

Empire Beauty School-Union

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in NJ. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$16,320

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

56.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$23,925

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Empire Beauty School-Union is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Union, NJ. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,320, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 56.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$32,640

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$6,075

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$93,390

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$154,140

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Empire Beauty School-Union is $13,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
91.1%
8.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
49.6%
Hispanic
26.6%
Unknown
21.2%
White
1.8%
Asian
0.9%
International
0.0%
Two or more
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$16,320

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$18,096
$30k - $48k$18,217
$48k - $75k$17,949
$75k+$18,749

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$13,000
Pell Grant Recipients49.7%
Using Federal Loans57.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment27.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

57.1%

Success

56.4%

In-State Cost

$16,320

Age 25+ Students

42.5%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

1,443 students

Local City Insights

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