Is Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy worth it?
Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Joliet, Illinois (large suburb). It awarded 27 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology and related personal grooming arts; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$18,472
Median earnings 4 years after
$35,767
Median earnings 10 years after
$30,341
Average net price
$13,273
Completion rate
82%
Completions (2024)
27
Years to pay back
1.5 years
Students (undergrad)
53
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $19,587 | $37,203 | 18 |
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 and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 27 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
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