University Academy of Hair Design

University Academy of Hair Design is a private for-profit institution offering programs of less than two years in Tuscaloosa, AL. The school enrolls 72 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 58.17 out of 100. It reports a 79% completion rate and a 71% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), with its completion rate being a notable strength for a small specialty school.

The academy offers a certificate program in Cosmetology, training students in hair care, styling, coloring, chemical treatments, and related beauty services. This focused single-program approach allows the school to concentrate its resources and instruction on preparing students for Alabama state cosmetology licensure.

Located in the midsize city of Tuscaloosa in west-central Alabama, the academy sits in a college town environment anchored by the University of Alabama. The local population base and surrounding communities provide a steady market for licensed cosmetologists. With just 72 students, the academy offers an intimate learning environment well-suited to the hands-on nature of cosmetology training.