Academy of Beauty Professionals

Academy of Beauty Professionals is a private for-profit less-than-two-year institution located in Appleton, Wisconsin. The school has a total enrollment of 123 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds an overall quality score of 59.83 out of 100 on SkillPlum. It reports a 63% completion rate and a 100% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), meaning every enrolled student returned to continue their studies.

The school offers two focused programs in the beauty and personal care field. Students can pursue Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General or Barbering/Barber, both available as one-to-two-year certificates. These programs train students in haircutting, styling, color services, skin care, and shaving techniques, preparing graduates to meet Wisconsin's state licensing requirements for cosmetologists and barbers.

Located in a midsize suburban area in the Fox Cities region of northeastern Wisconsin, Appleton provides access to a stable local market for beauty and barbering services. The school's small enrollment of just 123 students allows for a more hands-on, personalized learning environment, and the dual-program focus gives students flexibility in choosing between cosmetology and barbering career paths.