C
Average
Score: 48/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
41/100 · earnings-weighted

Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Oswego, Illinois 60543
ℹ️
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: 71%
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
D
38/100
Resources
D
43/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
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

121
Total Enrollment
71%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$23,412
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$22,166
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,833
Median debt at graduation
62.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
49.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 42% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 13th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IL wage index 1.04). 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 Hair Professionals School of 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$19,563$30,100+14%#261 of 1025#319$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 Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $425,806
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,380/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60586 (5.9% cap, Plainfield)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
64%
Receive Pell Grants
91%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

121
Total Students
98%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 39%
Hispanic 41%
Black 7%
Asian 1%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Hair Professionals 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 Hair Professionals 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 Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology?
The graduation rate at Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology is 71%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology a good school?
Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology has a Repit College Score of 48/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): 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 Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology?
Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology has a total enrollment of 121 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology