Average

Score: 49/100

Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Sterling, Illinois 61081

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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: 67%

Outcomes

54/100

Affordability

42/100

Resources

71/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

25/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

67%

Graduation Rate

53%

Retention Rate

6.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $149,646
Avg rent near campus: $800/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 61261 (7.3% cap, Lyndon)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

81%

Receive Any Aid

60%

Receive Pell Grants

74%

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 32 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling'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

98%

Women

84%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%

Hispanic 18%

Black 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 84%

25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling?

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 Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling?

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

What is the graduation rate at Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling?

The graduation rate at Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling is 67%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling a good school?

Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): 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 Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling?

Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling has a total enrollment of 57 students. Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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