Is Hays Academy of Hair Design worth it?
Hays Academy of Hair Design is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Hays, Kansas (small town). It awarded 58 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology and nail technician manicurist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$17,518
Median earnings 4 years after
$25,732
Median earnings 10 years after
$23,712
Average net price
$14,612
Completion rate
77%
Completions (2024)
58
Years to pay back
2.3 years
Students (undergrad)
83
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $17,620 | $25,358 | 112 |
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 | 42 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 16 |
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Sources: federal figures for Hays Academy of Hair Design. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Kansas. Counts under 10 are not published.
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