Cosmetology at Marketti Academy of Cosmetology
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 Michigan
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketti Academy of Cosmetology | — | $24,935 | $9,833 | — |
| Northern Michigan University | $21,628 | — | $9,833 | 0.45 |
| Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School | $20,460 | $25,241 | $10,556 | 0.52 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Great Lakes | $18,580 | $18,042 | $9,833 | 0.53 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Grand Rapids | $18,410 | $24,204 | $9,833 | 0.53 |
| Douglas J Aveda Institute | $18,082 | $21,047 | $9,833 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $13,304 | $21,628 | $9,833 |
| Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Hair Lab Detroit Barber School Southgate | — | $20,460 | $10,556 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Great Lakes Port Huron | — | $18,580 | $9,833 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Grand Rapids Kentwood | — | $18,410 | $9,833 |
| Douglas J Aveda Institute East Lansing | — | $18,082 | $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 Marketti Academy of Cosmetology, 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.