Cosmetology at Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally
Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago graduates earn $11k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (71 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago | $10,607 | — | — | — |
| University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology | $24,468 | $25,347 | $11,667 | 0.48 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges | $24,120 | — | — | — |
| Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Peru | $22,967 | $16,517 | $9,646 | 0.42 |
| The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Chicago | $22,351 | $24,872 | $9,833 | 0.44 |
| Cosmetology & Spa Academy | $22,096 | $22,148 | $9,833 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Chicago | — | $24,468 | $11,667 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Olney | $4,390 | $24,120 | — |
| Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Peru PERU | — | $22,967 | $9,646 |
| The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Chicago Chicago | — | $22,351 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology & Spa Academy Crystal Lake | — | $22,096 | $9,833 |
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 Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago, approximately 14% 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.