School Highlights
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City serves 14 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 32%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
274 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City has declined by 76% over five years.
The Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City diversity score of 0.56 is more than the state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has grown by 43% over five years.
Total Enrollment
14 students
2,140 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
# Full-Time Students
14 students
148 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,992 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
333 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
14 students
148 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
61 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,075 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
3%
% Hispanic
n/a
9%
% Black
37%
7%
% White
4%
68%
% Hawaiian
55%
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
8%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.52
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
38%
51%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
26%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,434
$11,898
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
100%
72%
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maggie Bassett, Owner/Master Designer at Star Hair Design LLC -
- Shellie Byrd, Owner of The Furry FoxHole -
Profile last updated: 08/14/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City?
The acceptance rate of Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 72%.
Who are famous alumni from Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City?
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City famous alumni include: Maggie Bassett, Owner/Master Designer at Star Hair Design LLC and Shellie Byrd, Owner of The Furry FoxHole.
What is Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City's ranking?
Iowa School of Beauty-Sioux City ranks among the top 20% of community college in Iowa for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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