Cosmetology at Austin Kade Academy
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Idaho
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Idaho (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Kade Academy | — | $15,873 | — | — |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Boise | $21,620 | $21,128 | $10,556 | 0.49 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa | $21,620 | $21,128 | $10,556 | 0.49 |
| Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology | $20,258 | $19,520 | $9,166 | 0.45 |
| Boise Barber College | $19,417 | $20,716 | $9,500 | 0.49 |
| Aveda Institute-Twin Falls | $19,015 | $15,205 | $9,400 | 0.49 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Idaho
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Idaho schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Mitchell the School-Boise Boise | — | $21,620 | $10,556 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Nampa Nampa | — | $21,620 | $10,556 |
| Oliver Finley Academy of Cosmetology Boise | — | $20,258 | $9,166 |
| Boise Barber College Boise | — | $19,417 | $9,500 |
| Aveda Institute-Twin Falls Twin Falls | — | $19,015 | $9,400 |
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 Austin Kade Academy, approximately 68% 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.