Cosmetology at Modern Hairstyling Institute-Bayamon

The striking 85% earnings jump from year one to year four suggests graduates of this program may need time to build their client base and skills—typical in cosmetology, but particularly pronounced here. Even with that growth, four-year earnings of $12,521 remain well below Puerto Rico's median of $8,804 for cosmetology programs, placing this among the bottom quarter statewide. The top programs on the island deliver nearly double the earnings within the same timeframe.

The relatively low debt of $3,500 provides some cushion, but it matters less when income stays this constrained. At $6,764 in the first year, graduates earn barely above poverty wages, making even modest debt payments challenging. The 96% Pell grant rate indicates this serves an economically vulnerable population—students who can least afford a slow earnings trajectory.

With under 30 graduates in the sample, these numbers could shift significantly, but the pattern is concerning enough that parents should examine alternatives. Other Puerto Rico cosmetology schools demonstrate that better outcomes are possible at similar price points. Before committing, visit thriving programs like Nova College or Institucion Chaviano to understand what differentiates their graduate outcomes—it could be curriculum, industry connections, or simply location and market access that makes the difference.