Is PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green worth it?
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Bowling Green, Kentucky (small city). It awarded 202 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
$20,989
Median earnings 4 years after
$26,289
Median earnings 10 years after
$20,392
Average net price
$26,577
Completion rate
64%
Completions (2024)
202
Years to pay back
4.0 years
Students (undergrad)
219
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $21,439 | $26,115 | 223 |
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 | 84 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 74 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 39 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 5 |
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Sources: federal figures for PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Kentucky. Counts under 10 are not published.
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