Is Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury worth it?
Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in WOODBURY, Minnesota (large suburb). It awarded 67 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care specialist and nail technician manicurist.
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Completions (2024)
67
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $25,754 | $36,079 | 121 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | $28,245 | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, 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 | 34 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 16 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 10 |
| Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 5 |
| Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 2 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate under 12 weeks | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Minnesota. Counts under 10 are not published.
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