Cosmetology at North Shore Community 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 Massachusetts
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Shore Community College | — | $29,875 | — | — |
| Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics | $26,234 | $24,607 | $7,667 | 0.29 |
| Spa Tech Institute-Westboro | $21,124 | $23,325 | $7,117 | 0.34 |
| Spa Tech Institute-Plymouth | $21,124 | $23,325 | $7,117 | 0.34 |
| COLLECTIV Academy-Worcester | $20,720 | $26,886 | $10,667 | 0.51 |
| EINE Inc | $20,496 | $26,067 | $8,833 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine Hinds Institute of Esthetics Woburn | — | $26,234 | $7,667 |
| Spa Tech Institute-Westboro Westborough | — | $21,124 | $7,117 |
| Spa Tech Institute-Plymouth Plymouth | — | $21,124 | $7,117 |
| COLLECTIV Academy-Worcester Worcester | — | $20,720 | $10,667 |
| EINE Inc Tewksbury | — | $20,496 | $8,833 |
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 North Shore Community College, approximately 33% 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.