Cosmetology at Ann Webb Skin Institute

Ann Webb Skin Institute graduates earn nearly $20,000 in their first year—about $3,300 more than the typical Texas cosmetology graduate and $2,600 above the national median. Among 151 cosmetology programs in Texas, this places graduates at the 60th percentile, which represents solid middle-of-the-pack performance in a crowded field.

The debt picture requires some perspective. At $7,917, graduates here carry roughly $1,500 less than typical cosmetology students nationally, though the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.40 means you're still borrowing about five months' worth of income. That's manageable in absolute terms—you could realistically pay this off within a year or two—but it's worth noting that the top-performing Texas programs (Paul Mitchell-Austin, Champion Beauty College) produce graduates earning $26,000+ annually, which would make even higher debt loads easier to handle.

The practical reality: this program delivers dependable outcomes at a reasonable price, particularly compared to the many Texas cosmetology schools where graduates earn under $16,000. Your child won't be at the top of the earnings curve, but they also won't be saddled with the $10,000+ debt loads common at other programs. For a career where technique, location choice, and hustle matter as much as credentials, starting with modest debt and mid-range earnings is a sensible foundation.