Cosmetology at Capri Beauty College

Capri Beauty College graduates earn about $2,000 less annually than the typical Illinois cosmetology program graduate, placing them below the state's 40th percentile—a meaningful gap in a field where every dollar counts. With first-year earnings of just $15,737, graduates are making roughly $1,400 less than the state median and trail far behind top Illinois programs where graduates earn $24,000 or more. The 18% earnings growth to year four shows some upward trajectory, but even at $18,488, graduates remain well below what many peer programs deliver.

The debt load of $9,833 matches both state and national medians, which means it's not unusually high—but paired with below-average earnings, it takes a larger bite of take-home pay than it would elsewhere. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.62 means graduates owe about 62% of their first year's income, making the first few years financially tight.

For parents considering this program, the comparison matters: there are dozens of Illinois cosmetology programs producing stronger outcomes. Unless location in New Lenox is essential or there are specific teaching advantages here, exploring higher-performing options—particularly those community colleges and institutes where graduates start at $22,000-plus—would likely mean better financial footing for your child's career launch.