Is Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy worth it?
Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Yakima, Washington (small city). It awarded 36 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist, barbering and massage therapy.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$23,726
Median earnings 4 years after
$31,183
Average net price
$14,513
Completion rate
47%
Completions (2024)
36
Years to pay back
1.9 years
Students (undergrad)
118
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | $31,040 | N/A |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | $38,232 | N/A |
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 12 weeks to 1 yr | 11 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 9 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 8 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 4 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 4 |
| Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
| Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Elite Cosmetology, Barber & Spa Academy. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Washington. Counts under 10 are not published.
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