Is Lu Ross Academy worth it?
Lu Ross Academy is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Ventura, California (midsize city). It awarded 234 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care specialist and barbering.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$15,382
Median earnings 4 years after
$30,475
Median earnings 10 years after
$23,148
Average net price
$19,444
Completion rate
65%
Completions (2024)
234
Years to pay back
2.6 years
Students (undergrad)
229
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $15,389 | $30,318 | 264 |
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 | 84 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 76 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 51 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 23 |
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Sources: federal figures for Lu Ross Academy. 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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