Cosmetology at Carver Career Center
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Carver Career Center graduates compare to all programs nationally
Carver Career Center graduates earn $14k, placing them in the 17th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
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 West Virginia
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carver Career Center | $13,524 | $21,468 | — | — |
| Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy | $21,049 | $16,212 | $9,500 | 0.45 |
| Academy of Careers and Technology | $17,407 | — | — | — |
| International Beauty School 4 | $16,785 | $14,410 | $12,000 | 0.71 |
| Charleston School of Beauty Culture | $14,910 | $13,146 | $8,916 | 0.60 |
| Huntington School of Beauty Culture | $11,915 | — | $6,906 | 0.58 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in West Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across West Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy Clarksburg | — | $21,049 | $9,500 |
| Academy of Careers and Technology Beckley | — | $17,407 | — |
| International Beauty School 4 Martinsburg | — | $16,785 | $12,000 |
| Charleston School of Beauty Culture Charleston | — | $14,910 | $8,916 |
| Huntington School of Beauty Culture Huntington | — | $11,915 | $6,906 |
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 Carver Career Center, approximately 85% 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.