Is Charleston Cosmetology Institute worth it?
Charleston Cosmetology Institute is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Charleston, South Carolina (midsize city). It awarded 64 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, nail technician manicurist and aesthetician and skin care specialist.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$18,171
Median earnings 4 years after
$29,622
Median earnings 10 years after
$25,812
Average net price
$15,548
Completion rate
55%
Completions (2024)
64
Years to pay back
2.1 years
Students (undergrad)
100
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $18,084 | $29,424 | 76 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 25 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 21 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 18 |
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Sources: federal figures for Charleston Cosmetology Institute. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for South Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
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