Cosmetology at American Beauty Academy
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How American Beauty Academy graduates compare to all programs nationally
American Beauty Academy graduates earn $11k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Utah
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Utah (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Beauty Academy | $10,710 | — | — | — |
| Top Nails & Hair Beauty School | $27,296 | $22,825 | — | — |
| Medspa Academies | $25,502 | $27,712 | $12,394 | 0.49 |
| Acaydia School of Aesthetics | $25,253 | $21,119 | $7,668 | 0.30 |
| Skinworks School of Advanced Skincare | $24,463 | $26,356 | $7,667 | 0.31 |
| Cameo College of Essential Beauty | $22,885 | $25,342 | $6,150 | 0.27 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Utah
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Utah schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Nails & Hair Beauty School Taylorsville | — | $27,296 | — |
| Medspa Academies South Jordan | — | $25,502 | $12,394 |
| Acaydia School of Aesthetics Provo | — | $25,253 | $7,668 |
| Skinworks School of Advanced Skincare Salt Lake City | — | $24,463 | $7,667 |
| Cameo College of Essential Beauty Murray | — | $22,885 | $6,150 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At American Beauty Academy, approximately 52% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 25 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.