Cosmetology at Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester graduates compare to all programs nationally
Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester graduates earn $9k, placing them in the 5th 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 Oklahoma
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Oklahoma (42 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester | $9,070 | $19,863 | — | — |
| Tulsa Technology Center | $26,713 | $23,447 | — | — |
| Central Oklahoma College | $19,149 | $20,775 | $8,707 | 0.45 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Tulsa | $18,119 | $16,971 | $11,045 | 0.61 |
| The Academy of Hair Design LLC | $17,958 | — | $16,500 | 0.92 |
| Eves College of Hairstyling | $17,702 | — | $12,252 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Oklahoma
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oklahoma schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa Technology Center Tulsa | — | $26,713 | — |
| Central Oklahoma College Oklahoma City | — | $19,149 | $8,707 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Tulsa Tulsa | — | $18,119 | $11,045 |
| The Academy of Hair Design LLC Oklahoma City | — | $17,958 | $16,500 |
| Eves College of Hairstyling Lawton | — | $17,702 | $12,252 |
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 Kiamichi Technology Center-McAlester, approximately 11% 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.