Is Gem City College worth it?
Gem City College is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Quincy, Illinois (small town). It awarded 24 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology; watchmaking and jewelrymaking; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 10 years after
$19,219
Average net price
$11,843
Completion rate
87%
Completions (2024)
24
Students (undergrad)
41
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 | N/A | N/A |
| Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 12 |
| Watchmaking and Jewelrymaking | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 7 |
| Watchmaking and Jewelrymaking | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 4 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 1 |
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Sources: federal figures for Gem City College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
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