Cosmetology at Moore Career College
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 Louisiana
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (43 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moore Career College | — | $28,786 | $16,500 | — |
| VH Barber & Styling Academy | $19,545 | — | $16,500 | 0.84 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Covington | $18,605 | $23,872 | $9,833 | 0.53 |
| Pineville Beauty School | $18,093 | — | — | — |
| My Le's Beauty College | $17,980 | $15,647 | $9,000 | 0.50 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Baton Rouge | $17,929 | $18,058 | $13,272 | 0.74 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| VH Barber & Styling Academy Bossier City | — | $19,545 | $16,500 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Covington Covington | — | $18,605 | $9,833 |
| Pineville Beauty School Pineville | — | $18,093 | — |
| My Le's Beauty College Gretna | — | $17,980 | $9,000 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Baton Rouge Baton Rouge | — | $17,929 | $13,272 |
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 Moore Career College, approximately 100% 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.