Cosmetology at American Beauty School
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in New York (46 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Beauty School | — | — | — | — |
| Aesthetic Science Institute | $22,638 | $25,225 | $6,333 | 0.28 |
| Schuyler Steuben Chemung Tioga Allegany BOCES | $22,221 | $12,258 | $9,500 | 0.43 |
| Continental School of Beauty Culture-West Seneca | $22,092 | $22,106 | $9,847 | 0.45 |
| Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics | $21,516 | $24,650 | $6,333 | 0.29 |
| New York School of Esthetics & Day Spa | $20,531 | $25,426 | $6,625 | 0.32 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aesthetic Science Institute Latham | — | $22,638 | $6,333 |
| Schuyler Steuben Chemung Tioga Allegany BOCES Elmira | — | $22,221 | $9,500 |
| Continental School of Beauty Culture-West Seneca West Seneca | — | $22,092 | $9,847 |
| Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics New York | — | $21,516 | $6,333 |
| New York School of Esthetics & Day Spa white plains | — | $20,531 | $6,625 |
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 School, approximately 50% 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.