Programs Offered

Cosmetology / Nail Technology / Teacher Training

Recent Reviews

9/10/2025 via Yelp
9/10/2025
via Yelp

Renaya was excellent she did a sew in fast and efficiently! she was sweet and made sure to correct anything i did not want. the wash was also excellent

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9/3/2025 via Google
9/3/2025
via Google

After leaving mid-service at another location, I had an excellent experience at this location with a student named Kierre (and her instructor). She was amazing and very professional. Even though we don’t share the same hair texture, she was clearly knowledgeable and comfortable working with mine. Kierre began with a proper consultation and even included the instructor, which made me feel confident from the start. She rewashed and conditioned my hair, then detangled it in the chair with care. She sectioned my hair to make the detangling and blow-drying process smoother, and she worked swiftly without ever feeling rushed. I really appreciated her technique and professionalism. I would definitely recommend Kierre to anyone looking for a thoughtful and skilled student stylist!

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7/22/2025 via Google
7/22/2025
via Google

Empire Beauty School in North Hills s is my favorite place to be for my hair services including coloring, cut and styling. The educators are very precise and work so well with their students and clientele, always going above and beyond to comfort and provide the best all around customer service. I have never had a bad experience in many years. Ireland is currently doing my hair and she has been exceptional for coloring, cut and styling and personality plus! I am grateful for their expertise and shared student customer service change.

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In the School's Words

Dreaming of a future in Cosmetology? Enjoy the personal rewards of helping people look and feel their best. Empire Beauty School offers you a one-of-a-kind educational approach to learning the latest trends and fundamentals of Cosmetology.

You'll learn:

  • Haircutting
  • Styling
  • Coloring
  • Make-up Application
  • And more!

You'll also learn the business basics as we show you how to:

  • Market your skills to new clients
  • Retain clientele
  • Increase your income potential
  • Manage a salon or spa
  • Sell professional products to your clients

Our Programs

At Empire Beauty School, our one-of-a-kind CLiC curriculum is a visual approach to learning. With our education you learn by seeing and doing.

Plus you'll apply your skills on your mannequins using your professional student kit. As part of your new student kit you will receive the Career Success Tablet. Your textbooks and curriculum are downloaded onto your tablet. As you progress through your training, you'll have the confidence to work in a student salon environment with guests.

Financial Aid

Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Our friendly financial aid representatives will help you find the financing that suits you best. We offer a variety of options to help you afford your dreams.

BeautyCareer.com

BeautyCareer.com is a website for Empire Beauty School students and alumni seeking career opportunities. Stylists can create resumes, develop digital portfolios, search for career opportunities and apply for open positions through one simple site. The beauty career website is part of the education process at Empire which assists students to better understand these elements of their career. Empire Beauty Schools offers job placement assistance through our website BeautyCareer.com.

Empire Beauty Schools are accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS).

For more information about Empire Beauty School's graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at www.empire.edu/consumer-info.

Programs

Empire Beauty School - Pittsburgh offers the following programs:

Cosmetology / Nail Technology / Teacher Training

Cosmetology

Program Length 1,250 hours
Average Completion 9 months
Program Tuition $17,000

Beauty Instructor

Program Length 600 hours
Average Completion 5 months
Program Tuition $7,500

Nail Technology

Program Length 210 hours
Average Completion N/A
Program Tuition N/A

About This School

Accreditation or State Approval

National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS)

One or more programs offered at this school is accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accredited programs qualify graduates for applicable state licensing. In addition, accredited schools typically can offer more financial aid options, including federal financial aid. Learn more about accreditation and approval.

Admissions

To apply to this school, there is a $125 application fee.

Financial Aid

62% of students received financial aid

On average, students received $4574 in financial aid.

Student Body

Gender Ratio

95% Female, 5% Male

Race / Ethnicity Ratio

20% White, 2% Hispanic / Latino, 44% African American, 0% Asian American, 0% American Indian, 0% Hawaiian / Pacific, 7% Two or More, 27% Unknown

86 students are enrolled in this school

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Page last updated: 01/24/2025

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