Cosmetology at MCVSD
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How MCVSD graduates compare to all programs nationally
MCVSD graduates earn $12k, 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 New Jersey
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCVSD | $11,531 | $16,429 | — | — |
| Robert Fiance Beauty Schools-North Plainfield | $22,676 | $17,386 | $8,248 | 0.36 |
| Cutting Edge Academy | $19,411 | — | $9,833 | 0.51 |
| Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics & Cosmetology | $18,519 | $22,163 | $6,211 | 0.34 |
| Empire Beauty School-Bloomfield | $18,408 | $20,474 | $15,765 | 0.86 |
| Empire Beauty School-Union | $18,408 | $20,474 | $15,765 | 0.86 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Fiance Beauty Schools-North Plainfield North Plainfield | — | $22,676 | $8,248 |
| Cutting Edge Academy Succasunna | — | $19,411 | $9,833 |
| Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics & Cosmetology Wayne | — | $18,519 | $6,211 |
| Empire Beauty School-Bloomfield Bloomfield | — | $18,408 | $15,765 |
| Empire Beauty School-Union Union | — | $18,408 | $15,765 |
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 MCVSD, approximately 38% 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 24 graduates with reported earnings and 12 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.