C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

Cosmetology Training Center

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Lafayette, Louisiana 70503
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: 74%
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
C+
58/100
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

101
Total Enrollment
74%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$16,194
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$16,485
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,800
Median debt at graduation
83.3%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
57.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 3rd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (LA wage index 0.75). 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 Cosmetology Training Center

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$14,052$17,392-34%#977 of 1025#907$7,401

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 Cosmetology Training Center Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $285,874
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,321/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 70501 (8.0% cap, Lafayette)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
75%
Receive Pell Grants
81%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

101
Total Students
99%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 88%
Black 7%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cosmetology Training Center?
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 Cosmetology Training Center?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Cosmetology Training Center?
The graduation rate at Cosmetology Training Center is 74%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Cosmetology Training Center a good school?
Cosmetology Training Center 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 Cosmetology Training Center?
Cosmetology Training Center has a total enrollment of 101 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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