Is Hilltop Beauty School worth it?
Hilltop Beauty School is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Daly City, California (large suburb). It awarded 60 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology; nail technician manicurist; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$16,077
Median earnings 4 years after
$29,314
Median earnings 10 years after
$25,477
Average net price
$18,874
Completion rate
73%
Completions (2024)
60
Years to pay back
2.6 years
Students (undergrad)
77
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $15,698 | $29,097 | 47 |
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 | 39 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 15 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 6 |
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Sources: federal figures for Hilltop Beauty School. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for California. Counts under 10 are not published.
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