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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Memphis, TN

Empire Beauty School-E Memphis

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

Annual Tuition

$17,145

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

49.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$22,377

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Empire Beauty School-E Memphis is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Memphis, TN. With a competitive tuition profile of $17,145, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 49.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$34,290

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$7,623

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$110,520

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$186,750

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 50%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

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-E Memphis is $10,667.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
99.5%
0.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
86.1%
Unknown
8.8%
Hispanic
3.2%
White
1.4%
Two or more
0.5%
Asian
0.0%
International
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

$17,145

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$15,614
$30k - $48k$15,923
$48k - $75k$17,261
$75k+$20,673

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,667
Pell Grant Recipients50.6%
Using Federal Loans58.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment27.4%

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

75.0%

Success

49.6%

In-State Cost

$17,145

Age 25+ Students

46.3%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

1,606 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Memphis (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Memphis (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Memphis

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,031

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,146

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,298

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Memphis metropolitan area.