Cosmetology at Nuvani Institute

Nuvani Institute graduates enter the workforce earning just $14,467—well below both the Texas median ($16,412) and the national average for cosmetology programs. While the school ranks in the 40th percentile statewide, that still means six out of ten Texas cosmetology programs deliver better first-year outcomes. The gap is even starker when compared to top performers: graduates from Austin's Paul Mitchell school earn nearly double what Nuvani graduates make. With 81% of students receiving Pell grants, this program primarily serves low-income students who may struggle to absorb even modest earnings shortfalls.

The relatively low debt load of $5,500 does provide some protection—it's roughly half the national median for cosmetology programs. The 19% earnings growth over four years shows graduates gain traction, though even at the four-year mark, earnings of $17,193 remain below what many programs deliver in year one. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.38 suggests graduates can manage repayment, but the absolute earning levels will make building financial stability challenging.

For families in the Eagle Pass area, this program offers accessible training without crushing debt, but it's not positioning graduates for strong early earnings. If your child has options to attend higher-performing programs elsewhere in Texas—even with slightly higher costs—the earnings difference could justify the investment.