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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Lakeland, FL

Empire Beauty School-Lakeland

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

Annual Tuition

$16,320

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

66.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$23,589

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Empire Beauty School-Lakeland is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Lakeland, FL. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,320, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 66.3% 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

-$6,411

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$96,750

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$160,860

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-Lakeland is $10,231.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
98.5%
1.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
43.2%
Hispanic
27.3%
Black
22.7%
Two or more
4.5%
Unknown
1.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.8%
Asian
0.0%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
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$16,854
$30k - $48k$17,436
$48k - $75k$18,952
$75k+$19,559

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,231
Pell Grant Recipients46.3%
Using Federal Loans59.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment22.6%

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

67.7%

Success

66.3%

In-State Cost

$16,320

Age 25+ Students

31.8%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

1,353 students

Local City Insights

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