Is California Barber and Beauty College worth it?
California Barber and Beauty College is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in San Diego, California (large city). It awarded 48 certificates in 2024, most often in barbering.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$10,108
Median earnings 4 years after
$13,206
Average net price
$11,391
Completion rate
59%
Completions (2024)
48
Years to pay back
3.5 years
Students (undergrad)
50
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $11,137 | $14,044 | 40 |
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 | 47 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate under 12 weeks | 1 |
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Sources: federal figures for California Barber and Beauty College. 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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