Cosmetology at Central Piedmont Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (75 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College | — | — | — | — |
| Gaston College | $27,008 | — | — | — |
| Central Carolina Community College | $24,101 | $23,264 | $12,167 | 0.50 |
| Wake Technical Community College | $23,286 | — | $7,693 | 0.33 |
| Rowan-Cabarrus Community College | $22,578 | $22,811 | $16,500 | 0.73 |
| Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill | $21,826 | $27,243 | $11,583 | 0.53 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston College Dallas | $3,186 | $27,008 | — |
| Central Carolina Community College Sanford | $2,554 | $24,101 | $12,167 |
| Wake Technical Community College Raleigh | $2,336 | $23,286 | $7,693 |
| Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Salisbury | $2,064 | $22,578 | $16,500 |
| Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | — | $21,826 | $11,583 |
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 Piedmont Community College, approximately 39% 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.