Cosmetology at Evergreen Beauty and Barber College-Everett

Evergreen Beauty and Barber College-Everett delivers exceptional value in cosmetology education, with graduates earning significantly more than the national average while keeping debt manageable. At $23,420 in first-year earnings, this program ranks in the 95th percentile nationally—meaning it outperforms 95% of cosmetology programs across the country. That's impressive considering the national median for this field is just $17,113.

Within Washington state, the picture remains solid though less spectacular, ranking in the 60th percentile among the state's 24 cosmetology programs. The $23,420 starting salary beats the state median of $21,785, and with debt of $9,164 (slightly below both state and national averages), graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.39—meaning they owe less than 40% of their first year's salary. This is very manageable debt for a vocational program.

The main caveat is limited earnings growth, with salaries increasing only 3% over four years to $24,155. However, for a field where many graduates become entrepreneurs or build clientele over time, official wage data may not capture the full earning potential. With strong national performance and reasonable debt, this program offers a solid foundation for a cosmetology career, though ambitious students might also consider the top-performing Washington programs that show slightly higher earnings.