About Us
Mission Statement
The mission of Universal Barber College is to be the most comprehensive program to offer educational knowledge, practical, and technical skills in a timely, professional manner, in a pleasant atmosphere and at a reasonable cost to our students. We continually strive to improve our skills and services by continuing the education of our staff and Barber Instructors to enable our students to not only qualify and pass the state barber exam, but to have a unique edge on the competition. Our experienced Barber Instructors facilitate licensed graduates in successfully obtaining suitable employment in the Barber Stylist field.
Our History
Universal Barber College is owned by Arthur D. and Barbara Knox. The school has been in operation since March 1995. The barber styling course is designed and taught by Arthur D. Knox, Sr. who has over 25 experience as both a Barber Stylist and Barber Instructor. Mrs. Knox has over 25 years experience in management with training programs. On July 25, 2001, Mr. Knox was appointed to the Arizona Board of Barbers by Governor Jane D. Hull.
Our Accreditations
Universal Barber College is licensed by the Arizona Board of Barbers, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Art and Sciences (NACCAS) and affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs, Workforce Investment Program and the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. Universal Barber College is also recognized by the Department of Education as an institution approved for Title IV Funding (Federal Student Aid). Information on Federal Student Aid, including the FAFSA form is available on the “FINANCIAL AID” tab. Financial aid is available to those who qualify and are enrolled in approved programs.
Department of Education Gainful Employment Disclosure Report as of 07/01/2011
Program: Barbering
Program SOC Code and name: 39-5011.00 Barbers
SOC web site is located:
* http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-5011.00
* http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-5012.00
On-time Graduation rate: 21% for students graduating between July 1, 2010 and June 30, 2011
Cost of the Barbering Program:
Tuition and Fees: $15,100.00
Books and Supply: $780.00
*Universal Barber College does not provide room and board
Placement rate is 100%
This information is reported to National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc (NACCAS) located at 4400 Ford Ave , suite1300, Arlington, Virginia, 22302, though the annual reporting requirements.
For the Job placement rate report above the information is done through the following methods:
1. All student who graduated between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2009 and were licensed by the state of Arizona to practice as a Barber.
2. The type of Jobs are: Barber Stylist, Barber Shop Owner, Platform Artist, Manufacturer Representative.
3. All students to be counted as employed must have been working between January 1, 2009 and November 30,2010.
4. All graduates are tracked by mailing surveys and direct contact by calling the graduates and employers, Arizona Board of Barbers data system.
Median Loan Rates ( covering 2009-2010 Award Year )
1. Title IV Loan Rate $0
2. Private Loan Rate $0
3. Institutional Loan rate $0