Is La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology worth it?
La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology is a private for-profit, two-year institution in Mason City, Iowa (small town). It awarded 47 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist, nail technician manicurist and cosmetology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$24,444
Median earnings 4 years after
$24,820
Median earnings 10 years after
$27,484
Average net price
$4,522
Completion rate
76%
Completions (2024)
47
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
56
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $23,313 | $25,836 | 28 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic 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 | 16 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 15 |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 12 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 4 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Iowa. Counts under 10 are not published.
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