Cosmetology at Jenks Beauty College

Jenks Beauty College graduates earn below both the Oklahoma and national medians for cosmetology programs, ranking in the 40th percentile statewide. At $17,114 four years out, these earnings trail the state median by roughly $1,000 and fall significantly short of top Oklahoma programs like Tulsa Technology Center ($26,713) and Central Oklahoma College ($19,194). For a family considering beauty school options in Oklahoma, better-performing alternatives are readily available.

The debt load tells a different story. At $6,672, graduates here borrow about $3,600 less than the typical Oklahoma cosmetology student and nearly $3,200 less than the national median. This below-average debt combined with below-average earnings creates a manageable 0.42 debt-to-earnings ratio—meaning graduates owe less than half their first-year income. The modest 9% earnings growth over four years suggests incomes stabilize rather than significantly expand, which is fairly typical for salon-based careers where building a client base takes time.

For families drawn to the lower upfront cost, this program won't create a debt crisis. But the earnings gap is real and persistent. If your child has other cosmetology options in the Tulsa area, particularly Tulsa Technology Center or Central Oklahoma College, the higher earning potential likely justifies any modest difference in training costs. If affordability is the primary concern and other doors aren't open, Jenks keeps debt light while providing licensure—just understand the income ceiling appears lower here.