Is University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology worth it?
University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Chicago, Illinois (large city). It awarded 49 certificates in 2024, most often in aesthetician and skin care specialist; and cosmetology, barber nail instructor.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$25,015
Median earnings 4 years after
$36,549
Median earnings 10 years after
$28,955
Average net price
$17,185
Completion rate
100%
Completions (2024)
49
Years to pay back
1.9 years
Students (undergrad)
53
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $24,468 | $31,060 | 27 |
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 | 47 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 2 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 0 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
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