Cosmetology at Porter & Chester Institute
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porter & Chester Institute | $19,288* | — | $10,759* | — |
| TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown | $21,621* | $27,762 | $9,833* | 0.45 |
| International Institute of Cosmetology | $20,111* | $26,345 | $10,946* | 0.54 |
| Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology | $19,955* | $20,909 | $10,666* | 0.53 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-North Haven | $19,288* | $24,961 | $9,833* | 0.51 |
| Oxford Academy of Hair Design Inc | $16,963* | $18,500 | $10,851* | 0.64 |
| National Median | $17,113* | — | $9,862* | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Connecticut
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Connecticut schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown Newtown | — | $21,621 | $9,833 |
| International Institute of Cosmetology Wethersfield | — | $20,111 | $10,946 |
| Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology Wallingford | — | $19,955 | $10,666 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-North Haven North Haven | — | $19,288 | $9,833 |
| Oxford Academy of Hair Design Inc Seymour | — | $16,963 | $10,851 |
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 Porter & Chester Institute, approximately 47% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in CT. Actual outcomes may vary.