Median Earnings (1yr)
$20,496
79th percentile
60th percentile in Massachusetts
Median Debt
$8,833
10% below national median

Analysis

EINE Inc's cosmetology program stands out in Massachusetts—at $20,496 in first-year earnings, it outperforms 60% of Bay State cosmetology programs and sits well above both the state median ($17,390) and national average ($17,113). The modest debt load of $8,833 means graduates owe less than half their starting salary, a favorable ratio in a field where many students leave with more debt relative to earnings. The 27% earnings growth over four years suggests career momentum, with graduates reaching $26,067 by year four.

This program ranks in the 79th percentile nationally for earnings, putting it in the upper tier of cosmetology training options. While it doesn't quite match the state's top performers like Catherine Hinds Institute ($26,234 starting), it delivers competitive outcomes without the premium price tag often associated with leading programs. For a field where location matters tremendously—successful stylists build local clientele—graduating with manageable debt while earning above-average income creates real financial flexibility.

The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift with more data, but the combination of strong relative earnings, reasonable debt, and positive trajectory makes this program worth serious consideration. For families worried about cosmetology school debt traps, EINE presents a notably better financial picture than typical programs in this space.

Where EINE Inc Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all cosmetology certificate's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How EINE Inc graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
EINE Inc$20,496$26,067+27%
COLLECTIV Academy-Worcester$20,720$26,886+30%
New England Hair Academy$17,390$26,294+51%
Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics$26,234$24,607-6%
Spa Tech Institute-Westboro$21,124$23,325+10%

Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts

Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (22 total in state)

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SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
EINE IncTewksbury$20,496$26,067$8,8330.43
Catherine Hinds Institute of EstheticsWoburn$26,234$24,607$7,6670.29
Spa Tech Institute-PlymouthPlymouth$21,124$23,325$7,1170.34
Spa Tech Institute-WestboroWestborough$21,124$23,325$7,1170.34
COLLECTIV Academy-WorcesterWorcester$20,720$26,886$10,6670.51
Rob Roy Academy-Fall RiverFall River$18,364—$9,5000.52
National Median$17,113—$9,8620.58

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with cosmetology graduates

Skincare Specialists

Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.

$41,560/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Barbers

Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.

$35,420/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services.

$35,420/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Manicurists and Pedicurists

Clean and shape customers' fingernails and toenails. May polish or decorate nails.

$34,660/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Personal Service Managers, All Other

All personal service managers not listed separately.

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.

Spa Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of a spa facility. Coordinate programs, schedule and direct staff, and oversee financial activities.

First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers

Supervise and coordinate activities of personal service workers.

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.

Shampooers

Shampoo and rinse customers' hair.

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 EINE Inc, approximately 23% 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 22 graduates with reported earnings and 27 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.