Edge Academy of Beauty

Edge Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit less-than-two-year institution located in Manchester, Kentucky, in a remote rural setting. The school enrolls 69 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 49.67 out of 100. The retention rate is 82% (IPEDS 2023).

The academy offers a one-to-two-year certificate program in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, providing students with the skills and training required for cosmetology licensure and employment in the personal care and beauty industry.

Located in Manchester in eastern Kentucky, Edge Academy of Beauty serves students in a rural area where access to cosmetology training is limited. The school fills an important educational niche for students seeking a vocational credential close to home.