Cosmetology at Technical College of the Lowcountry
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical College of the Lowcountry | $18,956* | $26,489 | $9,000* | — |
| Southeastern Esthetics Institute | $21,547* | — | $7,029* | 0.33 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville | $19,583* | $20,755 | $13,833* | 0.71 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Charleston | $19,583* | $20,755 | $13,833* | 0.71 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia | $19,583* | $20,755 | $13,833* | 0.71 |
| Academy of Hair Technology | $19,459* | $19,648 | $7,833* | 0.40 |
| National Median | $17,113* | — | $9,862* | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Esthetics Institute Elgin | — | $21,547 | $7,029 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Greenville Greenville | — | $19,583 | $13,833 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Charleston North Charleston | — | $19,583 | $13,833 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Columbia West Columbia | — | $19,583 | $13,833 |
| Academy of Hair Technology Greenville | — | $19,459 | $7,833 |
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 Technical College of the Lowcountry, approximately 34% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 17 similar programs in SC. Actual outcomes may vary.