Cosmetology at Saddleback College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Saddleback College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Saddleback College graduates earn $11k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in California (130 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleback College | $11,257 | — | — | — |
| The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose | $24,660 | $24,953 | $10,376 | 0.42 |
| San Jose City College | $23,253 | — | — | — |
| MTI College | $21,371 | $22,802 | $10,550 | 0.49 |
| Institute of Technology | $21,184 | — | $13,341 | 0.63 |
| Shasta School of Cosmetology | $20,144 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose San Jose | — | $24,660 | $10,376 |
| San Jose City College San Jose | $1,366 | $23,253 | — |
| MTI College Sacramento | — | $21,371 | $10,550 |
| Institute of Technology Clovis | — | $21,184 | $13,341 |
| Shasta School of Cosmetology Redding | — | $20,144 | — |
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 Saddleback College, approximately 15% 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.