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Charles of Italy Beauty College

Charles of Italy Beauty College is a family-owned cosmetology school that has operated in Lake Havasu City, Arizona since 1980, with a second campus in Bullhead City opened in 2011. It offers clock-hour diploma programs including Cosmetology, Nail Technology, and Cosmetology Instructor Training, and is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS). Federal Title IV student financial aid is available to eligible students.

Accreditation

  • National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS)

    institutional · Recognized by U.S. Department of Education

    Accredited
    Verified August 31, 2026Verify on accreditor site

State approval

  • AZ

    Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education

    Licensed (Massage Therapy program, per December 2021 catalog)
    Verify with state agency

Programs offered

ProgramCredentialLengthModalityTuitionTotal costCompletionPlacementLicensureSource
Hair Design—— wksIn person—$15,000———View
Esthetician—— wksIn person—$11,500———View
Nail TechnicianDiploma600 clock hours; scheduled completion within 5 months (minimum 4.3 months for Title IV recipients)In person—$9,00082%70%94%View
CosmetologyDiploma1,600 clock hours; scheduled completion within 13.5 months (minimum 11.5 months for Title IV recipients)In person—$21,00082%70%94%View

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Frequently asked questions

Is Charles of Italy Beauty College accredited?
Yes — Charles of Italy Beauty College is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Verify directly on the accreditor's website.
Where is Charles of Italy Beauty College located?
Charles of Italy Beauty College's main campus is at 1987 McCulloch Blvd, Suite 205, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 86403.
What programs does Charles of Italy Beauty College offer?
Charles of Italy Beauty College offers 4 programs including Hair Design, Esthetician, Nail Technician, Cosmetology.

Cost breakdown by program

Tuition, fees, and books/supplies as published by the school.

Hair Design

Cost breakdown

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Total program cost
$15,000

Esthetician

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$11,500

Nail Technician

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$9,000

Cosmetology

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$21,000

Questions to ask before enrolling

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Is the program institutionally accredited, or only state-approved?
These are different things. State approval lets the school operate; accreditation by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education is what lets you use federal financial aid and is required for many professional licensure paths.
What is the total cost, including all fees, books, supplies, and exam fees?
Tuition is rarely the full price. Ask for a written total program cost disclosure that itemizes tuition, registration, technology, lab, and book/supply fees, plus any required certification or licensing exam fees.
How long is the program in clock hours, not just weeks?
Two programs both labeled "36 weeks" can deliver very different amounts of training. Ask for the total clock hours (or credit hours) and the weekly schedule (full-time, part-time, evenings, weekends).
What are the most recent completion and job placement rates?
Ask for the year, the methodology, and the underlying numbers — not just a percentage. A reputable school will share its annual performance fact sheet or gainful-employment disclosure.
Is there a licensure or certification exam? What is the most recent pass rate?
For healthcare, beauty, and many trades programs, a state or national exam is required to work in the field. Ask for the school's most recent first-time pass rate.
What is the refund policy if I withdraw?
Refund schedules vary widely. Ask to see the written enrollment agreement and the state-mandated cancellation/refund schedule before signing anything.

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  • Public filings

    State regulator records (e.g., California BPPE, Maryland Board of Cosmetologists), federal College Navigator (NCES), and IPEDS data submitted by the institution.

  • Accreditor directories

    Active-status verifications come directly from the accrediting agency's public directory (ACCSC, ABHES, COE, ACCET, NACCAS, COMTA, and others recognized by the U.S. Department of Education).

  • School disclosures

    Tuition, fees, program length, and outcomes (completion, placement, licensure pass rate) come from the school's published catalog, performance fact sheets, and gainful-employment disclosures.

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