Cosmetology at Tricoci University of Beauty Culture LLC-Bloomington

Tricoci University's Bloomington cosmetology program produces graduates who earn exactly the state median—$18,592—which places them above 60% of Indiana beauty schools but well behind the top-performing programs in Indianapolis and beyond. With graduates from Aveda Fredric's Institute earning $24,147 and Paul Mitchell schools consistently topping $20,000, there's a meaningful earnings gap worth considering, especially since the location difference likely affects job opportunities and client bases.

The debt picture offers some reassurance: at $10,676, graduates borrow less than the Indiana median of $11,750, keeping the debt-to-earnings ratio at a manageable 0.57. That means debt equals roughly seven months of first-year income—not trivial for cosmetology earnings, but significantly better than many certificate programs. Given that 52% of students receive Pell grants, this accessibility matters for families who can't afford large upfront tuition payments.

The practical question is whether Bloomington's salon market justifies middle-of-the-pack outcomes. If your child plans to stay local, building clientele in a college town has advantages. But if they're willing to relocate or commute to Indianapolis after graduation, the $5,000+ earnings advantage at top programs could offset higher initial costs within two years. For families committed to staying in Bloomington, this program delivers predictable, if unremarkable, results.