Is Graduate America College worth it?
Graduate America College is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Garland, Texas (large suburb). It awarded 73 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care specialist and nail technician manicurist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$20,289
Median earnings 4 years after
$24,563
Median earnings 10 years after
$22,178
Average net price
$14,451
Completion rate
93%
Completions (2024)
73
Years to pay back
2.4 years
Students (undergrad)
62
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $20,528 | $24,835 | 45 |
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 | 24 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 23 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 19 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 7 |
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Sources: federal figures for Graduate America College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
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