Is Southeastern Esthetics Institute worth it?
Southeastern Esthetics Institute is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Elgin, South Carolina (midsize city). It awarded 393 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist, nail technician manicurist and massage therapy.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$21,606
Median earnings 4 years after
$26,331
Average net price
$17,333
Completion rate
90%
Completions (2024)
393
Years to pay back
2.6 years
Students (undergrad)
358
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $21,547 | $25,499 | 180 |
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 | 371 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 16 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 6 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Southeastern Esthetics Institute. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for South Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
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