Cosmetology at Pueblo Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Pueblo Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Pueblo Community College graduates earn $13k, placing them in the 14th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo Community College | $12,890 | — | — | — |
| Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster | $27,005 | $18,694 | $12,000 | 0.44 |
| Aveda Institute-Denver | $26,636 | $29,440 | $12,000 | 0.45 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Denver | $24,952 | $22,164 | $11,833 | 0.47 |
| Pickens Technical College | $22,997 | $22,311 | $9,500 | 0.41 |
| IBMC College | $22,822 | $23,563 | $9,832 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster Westminster | — | $27,005 | $12,000 |
| Aveda Institute-Denver Denver | — | $26,636 | $12,000 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Denver Lakewood | — | $24,952 | $11,833 |
| Pickens Technical College Aurora | $4,930 | $22,997 | $9,500 |
| IBMC College Fort Collins | $15,320 | $22,822 | $9,832 |
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 Pueblo Community College, approximately 28% 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 27 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.