Cosmetology at Nova College de Puerto Rico
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Nova College de Puerto Rico graduates compare to all programs nationally
Nova College de Puerto Rico graduates earn $13k, placing them in the 14th 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 Puerto Rico
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Puerto Rico (35 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova College de Puerto Rico | $12,927 | $8,936 | — | — |
| Institucion Chaviano de Mayaguez | $12,675 | — | — | — |
| Antilles School of Technical Careers | $10,641 | $12,285 | — | — |
| Liceo de Arte-Dise-O y Comercio | $10,542 | $11,578 | — | — |
| Instituto Educativo Premier | $10,432 | $19,024 | $3,500 | 0.34 |
| NUC University | $10,216 | $14,604 | $9,500 | 0.93 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Puerto Rico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Puerto Rico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Institucion Chaviano de Mayaguez Mayaguez | — | $12,675 | — |
| Antilles School of Technical Careers San Juan | — | $10,641 | — |
| Liceo de Arte-Dise-O y Comercio Caguas | $12,226 | $10,542 | — |
| Instituto Educativo Premier Ponce | — | $10,432 | $3,500 |
| NUC University Bayamon | $8,054 | $10,216 | $9,500 |
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 Nova College de Puerto Rico, approximately 82% 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.