Cosmetology at Century College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Century College | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Paul College | $32,987 | $36,693 | $14,250 | 0.43 |
| Model College of Hair Design | $25,814 | $22,569 | $8,778 | 0.34 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology | $25,754 | $27,175 | $9,999 | 0.39 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury | $24,617 | $28,029 | $10,194 | 0.41 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | $24,367 | — | $10,169 | 0.42 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Paul College Saint Paul | $6,318 | $32,987 | $14,250 |
| Model College of Hair Design Saint Cloud | — | $25,814 | $8,778 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology Rochester | — | $25,754 | $9,999 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury WOODBURY | — | $24,617 | $10,194 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College Fergus Falls | $5,900 | $24,367 | $10,169 |
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 Century College, approximately 33% 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.