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Empire Beauty Schools

Cosmetology | Nail Technology | Barbering | Teacher Training

Manhattan, New York

Our School

For over 70 years, Empire Beauty Schools has presented some of the finest talent into the world of cosmetology. We are one of the largest providers of cosmetology education in North America with 87 schools across eighteen states and one affiliated school in Japan. We are nationally accredited, licensed in all of the states we serve, and affiliated with numerous cosmetology and educational associations. Our Core Purpose is to create opportunities for people to improve their lives. At Empire, we are driven to make a rewarding career in cosmetology available to people like you. Our company’s vision and core values demonstrate this.

Open the Door to Beauty

Enter an exciting career! You already have the artistic creativity and motivation to succeed. Become an industry professional and let our beauty school, a division of Empire Education Group and its 70-year tradition of excellence in cosmetology education, show you the way.

Empire's Nationwide Network

When you enroll at any of Empire Education Group's schools, you'll receive the benefits of our nationwide family of cosmetology schools. Empire is dedicated to the success of our graduates and provides career placement opportunities for our students through our numerous relationships with leading salon organizations.

Join Empire - Join a New Career!

An in-demand career
Becoming a trained professional in about a year
Great income potential
Job security
Using your creativity to help people look their best
Flexible hours
The opportunity to work in a variety of career options - from salon owner to movie stylist

Real-World Experience and Education

Extensive training in hair, skin and nails
Complete cosmetology kit
Business-building methods and customer service skills
Modern facilities for hands-on experience
Conveniently located beauty schools across the U.S.
Flexible full-time and part-time programs
Financial aid for those who qualify

Your Total Education

In about a year, we'll prepare you to become a highly trained industry professional for an in-demand career, specializing in one of the following areas:

Cosmetology Program

Learn basic, contemporary and advanced principle techniques that incorporate your flair for style. Learn the latest trends incorporating techniques in haircutting, hair coloring and hair designing for men, women and children. Study the concepts of hair texture and how to create the ideal haircut or style for your clients. You'll also learn about nail services such as manicures and pedicures, and esthetic skin care procedures. While practicing your technical skills on actual clients, you will develop the marketing and communication skills necessary to deliver the services requested by salon clients.

Additional Programs

We'll teach you the fundamentals and the business - inside and out!

Spa Services
Salon Management
Salon Ownership
Product Sales
Product Development

Accreditations and Financial Aid

Our schools are approved by the U.S. Department of Education and eligible to participate in Title IV Financial Aid programs. Our Financial Assistant Department is available to guide you through the application process for financial aid in your state.