Cosmetology at Dodge City Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge City Community College | $20,465* | — | $6,868* | — |
| Washburn Institute of Technology | $22,547* | — | $9,000* | 0.40 |
| Washburn University | $22,547* | — | $9,000* | 0.40 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Overland Park | $22,440* | $27,891 | $13,341* | 0.59 |
| Z Hair Academy | $21,750* | $25,166 | $15,333* | 0.70 |
| Johnson County Community College | $21,250* | $28,635 | $5,424* | 0.26 |
| National Median | $17,113* | — | $9,862* | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn Institute of Technology Topeka | $9,120 | $22,547 | $9,000 |
| Washburn University Topeka | $9,578 | $22,547 | $9,000 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Overland Park Overland Park | — | $22,440 | $13,341 |
| Z Hair Academy Overland Park | — | $21,750 | $15,333 |
| Johnson County Community College Overland Park | $2,328 | $21,250 | $5,424 |
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 Dodge City Community College, approximately 28% 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 17 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.