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Become a Master BarberAmerican Barber Institute is dedicated to high-quality barber training that prepares students to pass the rigorous New York State Board of Barbering license test, become Master Barbers and build exceptional careers — with campuses in Manhattan and the Bronx.
We prioritize hands-on learning and practical experience, combining traditional techniques with cutting-edge practices so our students develop a diverse skill set that sets them apart in a competitive market.
Our experienced faculty are industry professionals who provide mentorship and guidance — imparting the insights and best practices that help students thrive in a dynamic, immersive learning environment.
Our tailored approach emphasizes professionalism, customer service and business management — the tools you need to succeed as a skilled barber and, if you choose, as an entrepreneur in the field.
Our mission is preparing aspiring barbers to pass the New York State Board of Barbering license test. ABI has been a NYS-licensed school since 1996, and our job placement office helps graduates put that license to work.
Pick the campus that fits your commute — the training standard is the same.
48 West 39th Street, New York, NY 10018 — minutes from Penn Station, Grand Central and Times Square. Admissions: (212) 290-2289 (EN) / (212) 290-0278 (ES).
Contact Manhattan Bronx121 Westchester Square, Bronx, NY 10461 — with $3 student haircuts for the community. Admissions: (718) 676-0640.
Contact the Bronx Flagship ProgramAbout 4 months, payment plans from $150/week. Also available: a 50-Hour Barber Refresher (Manhattan campus only) and a 3-Hour Contagious Diseases home-study course.
View programPassing the New York State Board of Barbering license test and becoming a Master Barber — everything in the curriculum builds toward that.
The 500-Hour Master Barber program takes about 4 months, with payment plans starting from $150 per week.
Yes — professionalism, customer service and business management are part of the curriculum, so graduates can succeed as barbers and as entrepreneurs.
Through rigorous training, we aim to cultivate proficient barbers ready to make a meaningful impact — and earn an exceptional living doing it. Book a tour and see the difference for yourself.
Nearby areas we serve: our students commute from Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Long Island, the Bronx and Yonkers.
Classes begin the first Monday of each month
Next class starts soon. Seats fill fast — start your barber school enrollment, request a call, or speak with admissions in English or Spanish.
