Cosmetology at Lake Land College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Lake Land College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lake Land College graduates earn $14k, placing them in the 18th 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 Illinois
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (71 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Land College | $13,714 | $24,584 | — | — |
| University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology | $24,468 | $25,347 | $11,667 | 0.48 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges | $24,120 | — | — | — |
| Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Peru | $22,967 | $16,517 | $9,646 | 0.42 |
| The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Chicago | $22,351 | $24,872 | $9,833 | 0.44 |
| Cosmetology & Spa Academy | $22,096 | $22,148 | $9,833 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Chicago | — | $24,468 | $11,667 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Olney | $4,390 | $24,120 | — |
| Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Peru PERU | — | $22,967 | $9,646 |
| The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Chicago Chicago | — | $22,351 | $9,833 |
| Cosmetology & Spa Academy Crystal Lake | — | $22,096 | $9,833 |
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 Lake Land College, approximately 27% 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 25 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.