Cosmetology at Ridge Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Ridge Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Ridge Technical College graduates earn $16k, placing them in the 37th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Florida (127 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Technical College | $15,943 | — | — | — |
| Florida State College at Jacksonville | $29,668 | $16,935 | $13,577 | 0.46 |
| Palm Beach State College | $24,361 | $29,926 | $9,500 | 0.39 |
| Pensacola State College | $23,911 | $19,755 | $5,500 | 0.23 |
| Suncoast Technical College | $22,662 | — | — | — |
| Tom P. Haney Technical College | $22,028 | $18,101 | — | — |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville | $2,878 | $29,668 | $13,577 |
| Palm Beach State College Lake Worth | $3,050 | $24,361 | $9,500 |
| Pensacola State College Pensacola | $2,348 | $23,911 | $5,500 |
| Suncoast Technical College Sarasota | — | $22,662 | — |
| Tom P. Haney Technical College Panama City | — | $22,028 | — |
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 Ridge Technical College, approximately 57% 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.