Cosmetology at Northeast Iowa Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Iowa Community College | — | — | — | — |
| Aveda Institute-Des Moines | $27,081 | $32,913 | $12,000 | 0.44 |
| PCI Academy-Ames | $24,178 | $29,405 | $10,570 | 0.44 |
| PCI Academy-Iowa City | $24,178 | $29,405 | $10,570 | 0.44 |
| Capri College-Cedar Rapids | $23,586 | $25,194 | $11,681 | 0.50 |
| La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology | $23,313 | $18,405 | $8,582 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aveda Institute-Des Moines West Des Moines | — | $27,081 | $12,000 |
| PCI Academy-Ames Ames | — | $24,178 | $10,570 |
| PCI Academy-Iowa City Iowa City | — | $24,178 | $10,570 |
| Capri College-Cedar Rapids Cedar Rapids | — | $23,586 | $11,681 |
| La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology Mason City | — | $23,313 | $8,582 |
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 Northeast Iowa Community College, approximately 23% 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.