Cosmetology at Centura College-Chesapeake
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Virginia
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centura College-Chesapeake | $19,234* | — | — | — |
| The Esthetic Institute | $29,301* | — | $11,208 | 0.38 |
| Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics | $27,490* | $36,799 | $6,944 | 0.25 |
| The Chrysm Institute of Esthetics | $23,974* | $21,513 | $7,333 | 0.31 |
| Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy | $22,763* | $21,094 | $8,517 | 0.37 |
| Culpeper Cosmetology Training Center | $21,937* | — | $13,666 | 0.62 |
| National Median | $17,113* | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Esthetic Institute Vienna | — | $29,301 | $11,208 |
| Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics Ashland | — | $27,490 | $6,944 |
| The Chrysm Institute of Esthetics Virginia Beach | — | $23,974 | $7,333 |
| Dermal Science International Aesthetics and Nail Academy Reston | — | $22,763 | $8,517 |
| Culpeper Cosmetology Training Center Culpeper | — | $21,937 | $13,666 |
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 Centura College-Chesapeake, approximately 84% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 19 similar programs in VA. Actual outcomes may vary.