Below Average

Score: 42/100

Overall (traditional)

Outcome Rating

46/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 El Dorado, Arkansas 71730

🌐 https://www.pcec.edu/

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 14%

Outcomes

42/100

Affordability

41/100

Resources

66/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

13/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

14%

Graduation Rate

100%

Retention Rate

9.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$26,754

Median earnings 10 yrs after entry

$17,198

Median earnings 6 yrs after entry

$9,833

Median debt at graduation

50%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

74%

Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 37% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 45th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AR wage index 0.72). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major	1 yr after	4 yrs after	vs. national	Rank (pay)	Rank (wage-adj.)	Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services	$11,050	$20,112	-24%	#902 of 1025	#744	$9,833

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $137,552
Avg rent near campus: $828/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 71762 (6.3% cap, Smackover)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

89%

Receive Any Aid

53%

Receive Pell Grants

68%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other 19 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology's top programs commonly pursue.

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

100%

Women

78%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%

Hispanic 6%

Black 26%

Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 78%

25-64 (Adult) 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?

The graduation rate at University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is 14%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology a good school?

University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology has a Repit College Score of 42/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?

University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology has a total enrollment of 34 students. Most students (78%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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