David Pressley School of Cosmetology

David Pressley School of Cosmetology is a private for-profit vocational school located in Royal Oak, Michigan, in a large suburban setting. The school focuses exclusively on cosmetology education, offering a certificate program in Cosmetology that prepares students for licensure and careers in the beauty industry.

The school enrolls 394 students (IPEDS 2023), making it one of the larger cosmetology schools in the metro Detroit area. David Pressley reports a completion rate of 83% and a retention rate of 100% (IPEDS 2023), reflecting strong student persistence. The school holds a quality score of 69.83 out of 100.

The cosmetology certificate program requires one to two years of study and provides training in hair care, skin care, nail services, and salon management. Graduates are prepared to sit for the Michigan cosmetology licensing exam and enter the workforce in salons, spas, and related beauty establishments throughout southeastern Michigan.