Cosmetology at Western Nebraska Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Nebraska
Cosmetology certificate's programs at peer institutions in Nebraska (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Nebraska Community College | — | — | — | — |
| Capitol Beauty School | $25,942 | $27,019 | $9,166 | 0.35 |
| Entourage Institute of Beauty and Esthetics | $24,101 | $21,576 | $15,137 | 0.63 |
| Xenon A Stephanie Moss Academy | $23,179 | $26,433 | $12,000 | 0.52 |
| Joseph's College Cosmetology | $22,479 | $17,790 | $12,000 | 0.53 |
| College of Hair Design-Downtown | $19,274 | $22,383 | $14,119 | 0.73 |
| National Median | $17,113 | — | $9,862 | 0.58 |
Other Cosmetology Programs in Nebraska
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Nebraska schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Beauty School Omaha | — | $25,942 | $9,166 |
| Entourage Institute of Beauty and Esthetics Lincoln | — | $24,101 | $15,137 |
| Xenon A Stephanie Moss Academy Omaha | — | $23,179 | $12,000 |
| Joseph's College Cosmetology Lincoln | — | $22,479 | $12,000 |
| College of Hair Design-Downtown Lincoln | — | $19,274 | $14,119 |
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 Western Nebraska Community College, approximately 25% 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.