Cosmetology at College of DuPage
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (71 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of DuPage | $17,832* | — | — | — |
| University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology | $24,468* | $25,347 | $11,667 | 0.48 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges | $24,120* | — | — | — |
| Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Peru | $22,967* | $16,517 | $9,646 | 0.42 |
| The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Chicago | $22,351* | $24,872 | $9,833 | 0.44 |
| Cosmetology & Spa Academy | $22,096* | $22,148 | $9,833 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $17,113* | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Chicago | — | $24,468 | $11,667 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Olney | $4,390 | $24,120 | — |
| Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Peru PERU | — | $22,967 | $9,646 |
| The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Chicago Chicago | — | $22,351 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology & Spa Academy Crystal Lake | — | $22,096 | $9,833 |
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 College of DuPage, approximately 20% 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 52 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.