Cosmetology at Berks Career & Technology Center
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (60 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berks Career & Technology Center | — | — | — | — |
| Metro Beauty Academy | $21,226 | $21,774 | $13,381 | 0.63 |
| Penn Commercial Business/Technical School | $20,871 | $21,778 | $11,318 | 0.54 |
| South Hills Beauty Academy | $20,852 | $22,780 | $7,662 | 0.37 |
| Douglas Education Center | $20,532 | $20,851 | $11,646 | 0.57 |
| Lancaster School of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Bodywork | $19,624 | $23,986 | $7,208 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Beauty Academy Allentown | — | $21,226 | $13,381 |
| Penn Commercial Business/Technical School Washington | $13,654 | $20,871 | $11,318 |
| South Hills Beauty Academy Pittsburgh | — | $20,852 | $7,662 |
| Douglas Education Center Monessen | $18,950 | $20,532 | $11,646 |
| Lancaster School of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Bodywork Lancaster | — | $19,624 | $7,208 |
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 Berks Career & Technology Center, approximately 26% 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.