Cosmetology at Columbus Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Columbus Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Columbus Technical College graduates earn $19k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (45 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Technical College | $19,094 | $27,211 | $9,500* | — |
| Lanier Technical College | $22,686 | $23,453 | —* | — |
| Atlanta School of Massage | $20,792 | — | $11,555* | 0.56 |
| International School of Skin Nailcare & Massage Therapy | $20,551 | $19,533 | $9,398* | 0.46 |
| South Georgia Technical College | $20,501 | — | —* | — |
| Wiregrass Georgia Technical College | $19,659 | $17,642 | —* | — |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862* | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lanier Technical College Gainesville | $3,716 | $22,686 | — |
| Atlanta School of Massage Atlanta | — | $20,792 | $11,555 |
| International School of Skin Nailcare & Massage Therapy Sandy Springs | — | $20,551 | $9,398 |
| South Georgia Technical College Americus | $3,782 | $20,501 | — |
| Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Valdosta | $3,212 | $19,659 | — |
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 Columbus Technical College, approximately 54% 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 39 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.