Compare to Similar Programs in California

Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (130 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Butte College
The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose$24,660$24,953$10,3760.42
San Jose City College$23,253
MTI College$21,371$22,802$10,5500.49
Institute of Technology$21,184$13,3410.63
Shasta School of Cosmetology$20,144
National Median$17,113$9,8620.58

Other Cosmetology Programs in California

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose
San Jose
$24,660$10,376
San Jose City College
San Jose
$1,366$23,253
MTI College
Sacramento
$21,371$10,550
Institute of Technology
Clovis
$21,184$13,341
Shasta School of Cosmetology
Redding
$20,144

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 Butte College, approximately 34% 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.