Your Future.Your Career.Start Today.
Become a licensed barber in as little as 17 weeks. Hands-on training. Real skills. Real opportunities.
Fast Track
Day & Evening Classes
NY State
Licensed Program
Financial Assistance
ACCES-VR, VA & More
Career Support
Job Placement Assistance
Trusted by Thousands of Students
30+ Years of Excellence
Licensed by NYSED (BPSS)
Bureau of Proprietary School Supervision
17 Weeks
To Your New Career
Hands-On Training
In Our Professional Barber Clinic
Modern Campus
In the Heart of New York City
Real Skills
Hands-On Training
That Matters
From the first few weeks, you'll be on the floor learning real barbering skills — not just theory. Our instructors bring decades of professional experience into every session.
- Haircutting and modern fades
- Beard work and shaving techniques
- Grooming and styling
- Sanitation and infection control
- Real barbershop skills within the first few weeks
Zero to Pro
No Experience Needed
Whether you're starting from zero, switching careers, or have some background — we train you from beginner to licensed professional. All you need is the drive to succeed.
Starting Fresh
Welcome
Career Change
Perfect fit
Some Experience
Build on it
Flexible Schedules
Train Around Your Life
Three schedule options — morning, afternoon, and weekends — so you can fit your education around your existing commitments.
Morning Schedule
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Monday – Friday
Afternoon Schedule
2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Monday – Friday
Weekend Schedule
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday
Simple Process
Start in 3 Easy Steps
Getting started at ABI is straightforward. Here's how it works.
01
Apply Online
Fill out the pre-registration form and upload your documents in minutes.
02
Get Approved
Our team reviews your pre-registration and confirms your enrollment and schedule.
03
Start Training
New classes begin the first Monday of every month at our Manhattan campus.
Why ABI
Why Students
Choose ABI
We're not just a school — we're a community that has been shaping barbers in New York for over three decades.
About Our SchoolNew York's Only Dedicated Barber School
We specialize entirely in barbering — it's all we do and all we know.
Licensed by the NY State Department of Education (BPSS)
Fully accredited so your credentials are recognized throughout New York.
30+ Years of Proven Results
Thousands of graduates have gone on to build successful barbering careers.
Flexible Schedules for Real Life
Morning, afternoon, and weekend classes — train around your life.
Veterans & GI Bill® Accepted
We support veterans through ACCES-VR, Post-9/11 GI Bill®, and VA benefits.
Career Earnings
Barber Career Earnings
Barbering allows income growth based on skill, clientele, and consistency.
Year 1
Entry-Level Barber
Estimated annual earnings
$35,000 – $45,000
Starting out in a shop, building your client base and refining your technique.
Most Common
⭐Years 2 – 3
Established Barber
Estimated annual earnings
$50,000 – $70,000
Loyal clientele, faster service, and increased income as your reputation grows.
Year 3+
Booth Renter / Shop Owner
Estimated annual earnings
$75,000 – $100,000+
Full control of your schedule and earnings — the path to real entrepreneurship.
Earnings figures are estimates only and are not guaranteed. Actual income will vary based on individual effort, hours worked, location, and market conditions.
Included in Your Program
What You'll Get
State-approved barber training program
Full preparation for the NY State Board Exam
Real hands-on experience within the first few weeks
Mentorship from seasoned professionals
Job placement services upon graduation
Access to both Manhattan & Bronx campuses
“The level of knowledge and training is superb! One of the best teachers around — King David — will show you everything there is to know about barbering.”
Jerrick Matthews
Current Student
“I have King David as my instructor and he has been awesome!! He has 30 years of experience and gives us great techniques while also polishing up on basic skills.”
Carlos Perez
Current Student
“Only $3 for a regular haircut and it's not bad at all. Great that we could help student trainees practice and reach their 500 hours required for graduating.”
Vincybie Lee
Client
“Donovan gave me a great haircut. He did exactly what I asked. Well worth $3 plus a $7 tip — $10 for a haircut!”
Tina Banee
Client
“I'm currently enrolled here and I'm happy with the progress from learning from the teachers and classmates. Nothing but positivity and eager to learn more.”
Zyee Fin
Current Student
“The best barber school in New York — way better than the Arrojo Barber Academy. Don't waste $13,000 going to a school that's not a real barber school, just a cosmetology school. This school is real barber culture and you're going to get so much hands-on practice. At the other school, you'd spend two months with a book in a classroom.”
Richard Cacace
Google Review · 5 ★
Our Partners
Where Our Graduates Work
Real shops. Real careers. One school behind every chair.
Free Information
Ready to Start Your Barber Career?
Fill out the form and an ABI admissions agent will call you within 24 hours.
A Personal Welcome
Welcome from the Leadership Team
Hi, I'm Alex — thank you for taking the first step toward your barbering career. Every great barber I've known started exactly where you are now: curious, a little nervous, and ready to work.
At ABI we don't just teach technique. We build the confidence, the discipline, and the community that carry you from your first fade to your own chair. Whether this is a new chapter or the dream you've been chasing for years, I want you to know you're welcome here.
Fill out the pre-registration form above and upload your documents in minutes. I look forward to meeting you.
— The American Barber Institute Leadership Team
Tuition
Flexible Payment Plans
All plans include NY State Board Exam prep, hands-on training, and job placement support.
Full-Time Morning
Mon – Fri · 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
$5,600
$500 down + 17 weekly payments of $300
Become a BarberLet's Do It ✂Most Popular
Full-Time Afternoon
Mon – Fri · 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
$4,600
$500 down + 16 weekly payments of $250 + final $100
Become a BarberLet's Do It ✂Weekend
Sat & Sun · 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
$4,600
$550 down + 27 weekly payments of $150
Become a BarberLet's Do It ✂ACCES-VR & GI Bill® accepted. Learn about financial assistance →
Visit & Contact Us
Reserve Your Seat Today
Seats are limited. Visit one of our campuses, call the location nearest you, or apply online — final enrollment is completed in person before classes begin.
Manhattan Campus
Phone
(212) 290-2289
Class Schedules
Morning: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Afternoon: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Weekend: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday
Bronx Campus
Phone
(718) 676-0640
Class Schedules
Morning: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Afternoon: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Weekend: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday
Don't Wait — Seats Fill Fast
Stop Waiting. Start Your Career
in as Little as 4 Months
Apply now and secure your future. Join thousands of ABI graduates working across New York and beyond — in a recession-proof industry you can call your own.