Average

Score: 52/100

Design's School of Cosmetology

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Paso Robles, California 93446

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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 75%

Outcomes

69/100

Affordability

42/100

Resources

C+

63/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

29/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

75%

Graduation Rate

88%

Retention Rate

11.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Design's School of Cosmetology Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $774,223
Avg rent near campus: $2,779/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 93446 (2.8% cap, Paso Robles)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

82%

Receive Any Aid

57%

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/Cosmetologist, General 56 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 51 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Design's School of Cosmetology's top programs commonly pursue.

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

99%

Women

66%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%

Hispanic 47%

Black 2%

Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 66%

25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Design's School of 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 Design's School of Cosmetology?

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

What is the graduation rate at Design's School of Cosmetology?

The graduation rate at Design's School of Cosmetology is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Design's School of Cosmetology a good school?

Design's School of Cosmetology has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): 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 Design's School of Cosmetology?

Design's School of Cosmetology has a total enrollment of 93 students.

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