Cosmetology at United Beauty College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How United Beauty College graduates compare to all programs nationally
United Beauty College graduates earn $19k, placing them in the 69th percentile of all cosmetology certificate programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Beauty College | $19,322 | $23,275 | — | — |
| Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster | $27,005 | $18,694 | $12,000 | 0.44 |
| Aveda Institute-Denver | $26,636 | $29,440 | $12,000 | 0.45 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Denver | $24,952 | $22,164 | $11,833 | 0.47 |
| Pickens Technical College | $22,997 | $22,311 | $9,500 | 0.41 |
| IBMC College | $22,822 | $23,563 | $9,832 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster Westminster | — | $27,005 | $12,000 |
| Aveda Institute-Denver Denver | — | $26,636 | $12,000 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Denver Lakewood | — | $24,952 | $11,833 |
| Pickens Technical College Aurora | $4,930 | $22,997 | $9,500 |
| IBMC College Fort Collins | $15,320 | $22,822 | $9,832 |
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 United Beauty College, approximately 85% 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.