Cosmetology at Hastings Beauty School
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Hastings Beauty School graduates compare to all programs nationally
Hastings Beauty School graduates earn $23k, placing them in the 95th 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 Minnesota
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings Beauty School | $23,396 | $30,145 | — | — |
| Saint Paul College | $32,987 | $36,693 | $14,250 | 0.43 |
| Model College of Hair Design | $25,814 | $22,569 | $8,778 | 0.34 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology | $25,754 | $27,175 | $9,999 | 0.39 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury | $24,617 | $28,029 | $10,194 | 0.41 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College | $24,367 | — | $10,169 | 0.42 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Paul College Saint Paul | $6,318 | $32,987 | $14,250 |
| Model College of Hair Design Saint Cloud | — | $25,814 | $8,778 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology Rochester | — | $25,754 | $9,999 |
| Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury WOODBURY | — | $24,617 | $10,194 |
| Minnesota State Community and Technical College Fergus Falls | $5,900 | $24,367 | $10,169 |
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 Hastings Beauty School, approximately 65% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.