Is Professional Institute of Beauty worth it?
Professional Institute of Beauty is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in El Monte, California (large suburb). It awarded 59 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology; cosmetology, barber nail instructor; and nail technician manicurist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$14,947
Median earnings 4 years after
$26,905
Median earnings 10 years after
$16,886
Average net price
$21,840
Completion rate
76%
Completions (2024)
59
Years to pay back
3.2 years
Students (undergrad)
93
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $15,081 | $26,592 | 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 | 54 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 5 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Professional Institute of Beauty. 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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