Is Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex worth it?
Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Baltimore, Maryland (large suburb). It awarded 38 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology and nail technician manicurist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$13,096
Median earnings 4 years after
$26,720
Median earnings 10 years after
$20,445
Average net price
$16,374
Completion rate
75%
Completions (2024)
38
Years to pay back
2.5 years
Students (undergrad)
35
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $13,002 | $27,196 | 39 |
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 | 30 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate under 12 weeks | 8 |
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Sources: federal figures for Maryland Beauty Academy of Essex. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Maryland. Counts under 10 are not published.
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