Cosmetology at Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-Spartanburg

Kenneth Shuler School's cosmetology program in Spartanburg delivers solid, middle-of-the-pack results that outperform national standards while landing right at South Carolina's median. With first-year earnings of $18,956—well above the national average of $17,113 and ranking in the 66th percentile nationally—graduates start earning immediately in a field where income typically grows with experience and client development.

The debt picture looks manageable at $11,069, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.58, meaning graduates can reasonably expect to pay off their loans within the first few years of working. Among South Carolina's 28 cosmetology programs, this school performs exactly at the state median for both earnings and debt, though it trails the top programs like Southeastern Esthetics Institute by about $2,500 in starting salary.

For families considering this investment, the numbers work in your favor. The program costs less than many alternatives while delivering earnings that exceed national benchmarks, and the 11% income growth over four years suggests graduates build sustainable careers. While not the highest-earning cosmetology program in South Carolina, Kenneth Shuler provides reliable preparation for immediate employment at a reasonable cost.