Median Earnings (1yr)
$20,106
76th percentile
60th percentile in Texas
Median Debt
$8,467
14% below national median

Analysis

Ogle School Hair Skin Nails delivers solid earnings potential for a cosmetology program, with graduates earning $20,106 in their first year—significantly above both the national median ($17,113) and Texas median ($16,412) for cosmetology programs. At the 76th percentile nationally and 60th percentile within Texas, this program outperforms most cosmetology schools across the country, though it sits in the middle tier among Texas programs specifically.

The debt picture is reasonable at $8,467, matching the Texas median and coming in below the national average of $9,862. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42, graduates can expect to pay off their loans in roughly 5-6 months of gross earnings—a manageable burden for this field. The 14% earnings growth from year one to year four shows decent career progression, with salaries reaching nearly $23,000 by the fourth year.

While this program performs well overall, it's worth noting that the top Texas cosmetology programs produce graduates earning $26,000+, about 30% more than Ogle School graduates. For families seeking the most affordable path into cosmetology with reasonable earning potential, Ogle School represents a solid middle-ground choice that won't saddle students with excessive debt while providing above-average income prospects for the field.

Where Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Ft Worth Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all cosmetology certificate's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Ft Worth graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Ft Worth$20,106$22,999+14%
Paul Mitchell the School-Austin$26,824$28,868+8%
Avenue Five Institute$23,144$28,368+23%
Avenue Five Institute-South Austin Campus$23,144$28,368+23%
The Salon Professional Academy-Lewisville$22,320$26,452+19%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Texas (151 total in state)

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SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Ft WorthFort Worth$20,106$22,999$8,4670.42
Paul Mitchell the School-AustinAustin$26,824$28,868$10,4140.39
Champion Beauty CollegeHouston$26,736$19,014$10,2320.38
DuVall's School of CosmetologyBedford$26,435$23,177$7,9170.30
Charles and Sues School of Hair DesignBryan$23,225$20,327$9,8330.42
Tint School of Makeup & CosmetologyIrving$23,225$21,232$7,6980.33
National Median$17,113$9,8620.58

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with cosmetology graduates

Skincare Specialists

Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.

$41,560/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Barbers

Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.

$35,420/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Provide beauty services, such as cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May shampoo hair, apply makeup, dress wigs, remove hair, and provide nail and skincare services.

$35,420/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Manicurists and Pedicurists

Clean and shape customers' fingernails and toenails. May polish or decorate nails.

$34,660/yrJobs growth:Postsecondary nondegree award

Personal Service Managers, All Other

All personal service managers not listed separately.

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.

Spa Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of a spa facility. Coordinate programs, schedule and direct staff, and oversee financial activities.

First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers

Supervise and coordinate activities of personal service workers.

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.

Shampooers

Shampoo and rinse customers' hair.

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 Ogle School Hair Skin Nails-Ft Worth, approximately 67% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 824 graduates with reported earnings and 906 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.