Cosmetology at Appalachian Beauty School
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Appalachian Beauty School graduates compare to all programs nationally
Appalachian Beauty School graduates earn $6k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Beauty School | $5,973 | — | — | — |
| PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green | $21,439 | $20,857 | $10,667 | 0.50 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville | $20,033 | $23,572 | $12,583 | 0.63 |
| Ideal Beauty Academy | $19,513 | $18,702 | $8,401 | 0.43 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Lexington | $18,950 | $18,824 | $16,500 | 0.87 |
| Empire Beauty School-Florence | $18,408 | $20,474 | $15,765 | 0.86 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green Bowling Green | — | $21,439 | $10,667 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville Louisville | — | $20,033 | $12,583 |
| Ideal Beauty Academy Louisville | — | $19,513 | $8,401 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Lexington Lexington | — | $18,950 | $16,500 |
| Empire Beauty School-Florence Florence | — | $18,408 | $15,765 |
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 Appalachian Beauty School, approximately 82% 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.