Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky

Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (27 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
South Eastern Beauty Academy
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green$21,439$20,857$10,6670.50
Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville$20,033$23,572$12,5830.63
Ideal Beauty Academy$19,513$18,702$8,4010.43
Paul Mitchell the School-Lexington$18,950$18,824$16,5000.87
Empire Beauty School-Florence$18,408$20,474$15,7650.86
National Median$17,113$9,8620.58

Other Cosmetology Programs in Kentucky

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green
Bowling Green
$21,439$10,667
Paul Mitchell the School-Louisville
Louisville
$20,033$12,583
Ideal Beauty Academy
Louisville
$19,513$8,401
Paul Mitchell the School-Lexington
Lexington
$18,950$16,500
Empire Beauty School-Florence
Florence
$18,408$15,765

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 South Eastern Beauty Academy, approximately 81% 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.