Cosmetology at Hutchinson Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Hutchinson Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Hutchinson Community College graduates earn $17k, placing them in the 53th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson Community College | $17,437 | — | — | — |
| 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 Hutchinson Community College, approximately 24% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.