Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex

Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex is a private for-profit vocational school located in the large suburban area of Baltimore, Maryland. The institution operates at the less-than-two-year level and offers a certificate program in Cosmetology, preparing students for state licensure and careers in the beauty and personal care industry. The school provides focused training designed to equip graduates with the technical and practical skills needed for salon work.

The school enrolled 62 students and reported a completion rate of 78% and a retention rate of 100% (IPEDS 2023). The perfect retention rate indicates that every enrolled student continued through the program without dropping out, a notable outcome for a vocational institution of this size. Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex holds a quality score of 67.33 out of 100 on SkillPlum.

Prospective students interested in pursuing a cosmetology career in the Baltimore metro area may find this school's small program size, strong retention, and certificate-level training a practical option for entering the beauty profession quickly and with personalized instruction.