Earnings Distribution
How Central New Mexico Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central New Mexico Community College | $16,496 | $28,449 | +72% |
| Clover Park Technical College | $19,389 | $27,734 | +43% |
| Douglas Education Center | $19,347 | $22,315 | +15% |
| Houston Community College | $15,372 | $18,519 | +20% |
| Trinity Valley Community College | $12,707 | $14,110 | +11% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
Cosmetology associates's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Central New Mexico Community CollegeAlbuquerque | $1,934 | $16,496 | $28,449 | — | — |
 Eastern Wyoming CollegeTorrington | $4,290 | $24,995 | — | — | — |
 Clover Park Technical CollegeLakewood | $6,634 | $19,389 | $27,734 | $11,000 | 0.57 |
 Douglas Education CenterMonessen | $18,950 | $19,347 | $22,315 | $12,000 | 0.62 |
 Gadsden State Community CollegeGadsden | $4,032 | $19,107 | — | — | — |
 Bevill State Community CollegeJasper | $4,678 | $19,013 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $19,013 | — | $10,802 | 0.57 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with cosmetology graduates
Skincare Specialists
Barbers
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists
Manicurists and Pedicurists
Personal Service Managers, All Other
Fitness and Wellness Coordinators
Spa Managers
First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
Shampooers
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 Central New Mexico Community College, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 27 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.