Is Stage One-The Hair School worth it?
Stage One-The Hair School is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Lake Charles, Louisiana (small city). It awarded 34 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$16,873
Median earnings 4 years after
$24,352
Median earnings 10 years after
$17,390
Average net price
$11,916
Completion rate
72%
Completions (2024)
34
Years to pay back
2.0 years
Students (undergrad)
66
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $17,395 | $24,380 | 65 |
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 | 34 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Stage One-The Hair School. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Louisiana. Counts under 10 are not published.
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