Is Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology worth it?
Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Dalton, Georgia (small city). It awarded 43 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist, cosmetology and nail technician manicurist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$15,450
Median earnings 4 years after
$25,770
Average net price
$11,944
Completion rate
81%
Completions (2024)
43
Years to pay back
1.9 years
Students (undergrad)
47
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $16,539 | N/A | 41 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 21 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 16 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 4 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 2 |
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Sources: federal figures for Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Georgia. Counts under 10 are not published.
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