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Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Students retention rate 55%
On-time graduation rate 42%

Located in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy is reported to be 42%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For-profit institutions often serve a diverse student population, including many non-traditional students who may face unique challenges in completing their degrees. For comparison, West Virginia state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 40% whereas the national average was 64%.

The retention rate of students at Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy is 55% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in West Virginia is 66%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences
The most popular programs at Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy are Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design

Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 84 of freshman students at Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy received on average $4,576 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$4,576
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 36 84% $4,576 $164,729
Other Federal Grant 36 84% $4,576 $164,729
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 36 84% $4,576 $164,729

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy students is 41.9%.

41.9%

  • white 41.9% 13 students

Service Offerings

Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational