Is College of Wilmington worth it?
College of Wilmington is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Wilmington, North Carolina (midsize city). It awarded 112 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist, massage therapy and cosmetology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$19,411
Median earnings 4 years after
$27,903
Median earnings 10 years after
$19,235
Average net price
$23,108
Completion rate
15%
Completions (2024)
112
Years to pay back
3.3 years
Students (undergrad)
132
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $19,962 | $26,689 | 48 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Undergraduate certificate | $18,705 | $31,649 | 30 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 64 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 29 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 19 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for College of Wilmington. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for North Carolina. Counts under 10 are not published.
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