Average

Score: 45/100

Overall (traditional)

Outcome Rating

53/100 · earnings-weighted

Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 San Fernando, California 91340

🌐 www.aecosmetology.com/

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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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 71%

Outcomes

C+

56/100

Affordability

48/100

Resources

40/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

29/100

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

71%

Graduation Rate

50%

Retention Rate

25.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$35,089

Median earnings 10 yrs after entry

66.7%

Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

70.2%

Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 47th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). 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 Academy of Esthetics and 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	$9,293	$27,889	+6%	#385 of 1025	#604	$5,263

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 Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $737,743
Avg rent near campus: $2,224/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 91040 (2.8% cap, Los Angeles)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

80%

Receive Any Aid

80%

Receive Pell Grants

70%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Barbering/Barber 11 grads/yr Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 10 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology's top programs commonly pursue.

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

54%

Women

46%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 4%

Hispanic 96%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%

25-64 (Adult) 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Academy of Esthetics and 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 Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology?

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

What is the graduation rate at Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology?

The graduation rate at Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology a good school?

Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (D): 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 Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology?

Academy of Esthetics and Cosmetology has a total enrollment of 28 students.

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