Cosmetology at Salem College of Hairstyling
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Salem College of Hairstyling graduates compare to all programs nationally
Salem College of Hairstyling graduates earn $21k, placing them in the 83th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem College of Hairstyling | $20,888 | — | — | — |
| Summit Salon Academy Kansas City | $27,878 | $23,669 | $11,981 | 0.43 |
| Warrensburg Area Career Center | $23,749 | $19,522 | — | — |
| House of Heavilin Beauty College-Blue Springs | $23,309 | $20,195 | $8,049 | 0.35 |
| The Salon Professional Academy-St Charles | $23,204 | $26,884 | $9,833 | 0.42 |
| Grabber School of Hair Design | $22,626 | $22,087 | $12,465 | 0.55 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Salon Academy Kansas City Independence | — | $27,878 | $11,981 |
| Warrensburg Area Career Center Warrensburg | — | $23,749 | — |
| House of Heavilin Beauty College-Blue Springs Blue Springs | — | $23,309 | $8,049 |
| The Salon Professional Academy-St Charles St. Charles | — | $23,204 | $9,833 |
| Grabber School of Hair Design St. Louis | — | $22,626 | $12,465 |
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 Salem College of Hairstyling, approximately 52% 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.