Is Palomar Institute of Cosmetology worth it?
Palomar Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in San Marcos, California (large suburb). It awarded 255 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist, cosmetology and nail technician manicurist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$16,903
Median earnings 4 years after
$30,618
Median earnings 10 years after
$23,451
Average net price
$27,778
Completion rate
89%
Completions (2024)
255
Years to pay back
3.6 years
Students (undergrad)
193
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $17,219 | $30,892 | 98 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 133 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 62 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 60 |
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Sources: federal figures for Palomar Institute of Cosmetology. 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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