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Penrose Academy

Penrose Academy is a private, for-profit beauty school in Scottsdale, Arizona, offering diploma programs in cosmetology, hair, esthetics, and cosmetic laser technology. The school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and holds an Arizona Barbering and Cosmetology Board cosmetology school license. Programs combine on-campus training in a student salon, spa, and medspa with online theory coursework.

Accreditation

  • Council on Occupational Education (COE)

    institutional · Recognized by US Department of Education

    Accredited (COE member list revised April 2026, Institution ID 311500; next review 2027)
    Verified August 31, 2026Verify on accreditor site

State approval

  • AZ

    Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Radiation Control

    Approved (cosmetic laser technician training; school states program carries all 16 available AZDHS treatment certifications)
    Verify with state agency

Programs offered

ProgramCredentialLengthModalityTuitionTotal costCompletionPlacementLicensureSource
CosmetologyDiploma1,500 clock hours; 47 weeks on a 4-day hybrid scheduleHybrid$19,320$21,95095%95%100%View
Hair DesignDiploma1,000 clock hours; 30 weeks (4-day schedule) or 50 weeks (2-day schedule)Hybrid$14,320$16,95099%82%100%View
EstheticianDiploma600 clock hours; 20 weeks (4-day schedule) or 30 weeks (2-day or night schedules)Hybrid$12,875$14,95098%94%94%View

Data sources

Frequently asked questions

Is Penrose Academy accredited?
Yes — Penrose Academy is accredited by Council on Occupational Education. Verify directly on the accreditor's website.
Where is Penrose Academy located?
Penrose Academy's main campus is at 13402 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite B160, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254.
What programs does Penrose Academy offer?
Penrose Academy offers 3 programs including Cosmetology, Hair Design, Esthetician.

Cost breakdown by program

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

Cosmetology

Cost breakdown

Tuition
$19,320
Fees
$100
Books & supplies
$2,530
Total program cost
$21,950

Hair Design

Cost breakdown

Tuition
$14,320
Fees
$100
Books & supplies
$2,530
Total program cost
$16,950

Esthetician

Cost breakdown

Tuition
$12,875
Fees
$100
Books & supplies
$1,975
Total program cost
$14,950

Questions to ask before enrolling

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Is the program institutionally accredited, or only state-approved?
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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

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  • School disclosures

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