Cosmetology at Lamar Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar Community College | $20,014* | — | $9,000* | — |
| Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster | $27,005* | $18,694 | $12,000* | 0.44 |
| Aveda Institute-Denver | $26,636* | $29,440 | $12,000* | 0.45 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Denver | $24,952* | $22,164 | $11,833* | 0.47 |
| Pickens Technical College | $22,997* | $22,311 | $9,500* | 0.41 |
| IBMC College | $22,822* | $23,563 | $9,832* | 0.43 |
| National Median | $17,113* | — | $9,862* | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster Westminster | — | $27,005 | $12,000 |
| Aveda Institute-Denver Denver | — | $26,636 | $12,000 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Denver Lakewood | — | $24,952 | $11,833 |
| Pickens Technical College Aurora | $4,930 | $22,997 | $9,500 |
| IBMC College Fort Collins | $15,320 | $22,822 | $9,832 |
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 Lamar Community College, approximately 32% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 21 similar programs in CO. Actual outcomes may vary.