Is Shear Ego International School of Hair Design worth it?
Shear Ego International School of Hair Design is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Rochester, New York (large suburb). It awarded 162 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care specialist and cosmetology and related personal grooming arts.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$18,021
Median earnings 4 years after
$24,296
Average net price
$29,578
Completion rate
91%
Completions (2024)
162
Years to pay back
4.9 years
Students (undergrad)
204
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $17,747 | $24,565 | 110 |
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 | 61 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 35 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other | Certificate under 12 weeks | 28 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | Certificate under 12 weeks | 25 |
| Barbering/Barber | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 13 |
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