Is Associated Barber College of San Diego worth it?
Associated Barber College of San Diego is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in San Diego, California (large city). It awarded 56 certificates in 2024, most often in barbering and cosmetology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$11,558
Median earnings 4 years after
$15,708
Average net price
$23,205
Completion rate
81%
Completions (2024)
56
Years to pay back
5.9 years
Students (undergrad)
121
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $12,147 | $15,201 | 42 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 52 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 4 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Associated Barber College of San Diego. 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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