What do Academy of Cosmetology graduates earn?

Academy of Cosmetology graduates report median earnings of $15,469 one year after completion (June 2026 data), according to College Scorecard.

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Merritt Island, FL · Private for-profit · Less than 2-year

Academy of Cosmetology is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Merritt Island, Florida (large suburb). It awarded 69 certificates in 2024, most often in facial treatment specialist, cosmetology and related personal grooming arts and massage therapy.

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Median earnings 1 year after

$15,469

Median earnings 4 years after

$20,608

Median earnings 10 years after

$20,144

Completion rate

39%

Completions (2024)

Students (undergrad)

Median earnings after completing, by program

Program	Credential	Median earnings, 1yr	Median earnings, 4yr	Graduates counted
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services	Undergraduate certificate	$14,988	$19,708	61
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services	Undergraduate certificate	$19,283	$26,306	16

Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.

Awards conferred, by program

Awards conferred in 2024, from IPEDS completions.
Program	Award level	Awards
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist	Certificate under 12 weeks	18
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other	Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr	14
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage	Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr	13
Barbering/Barber	Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr	10
Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design	Certificate 1-2 yrs	10
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist	Certificate under 12 weeks	4

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