Is Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology worth it?
Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in San Fernando, California (large suburb). It awarded 26 certificates in 2024, most often in barbering, cosmetology and aesthetician and skin care specialist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$9,304
Median earnings 4 years after
$27,915
Median earnings 10 years after
$35,089
Average net price
$24,340
Completion rate
67%
Completions (2024)
26
Years to pay back
3.5 years
Students (undergrad)
30
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $9,293 | $27,889 | 26 |
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
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 10 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 10 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 5 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate under 12 weeks | 1 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for California. Counts under 10 are not published.
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