Cosmetology at Pineville Beauty School
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Pineville Beauty School graduates compare to all programs nationally
Pineville Beauty School graduates earn $18k, placing them in the 59th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (43 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pineville Beauty School | $18,093 | — | $12,479* | — |
| VH Barber & Styling Academy | $19,545 | — | $16,500* | 0.84 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Covington | $18,605 | $23,872 | $9,833* | 0.53 |
| My Le's Beauty College | $17,980 | $15,647 | $9,000* | 0.50 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Baton Rouge | $17,929 | $18,058 | $13,272* | 0.74 |
| John Jay Beauty College | $17,493 | $19,916 | $8,093* | 0.46 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862* | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| VH Barber & Styling Academy Bossier City | — | $19,545 | $16,500 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Covington Covington | — | $18,605 | $9,833 |
| My Le's Beauty College Gretna | — | $17,980 | $9,000 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-Baton Rouge Baton Rouge | — | $17,929 | $13,272 |
| John Jay Beauty College Kenner | — | $17,493 | $8,093 |
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 Pineville Beauty School, approximately 60% 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.