C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
38/100 · earnings-weighted

Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Dayton, Ohio 45414
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 66%
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
25/100

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

186
Total Enrollment
66%
Graduation Rate
84%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$22,271
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$21,877
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,731
Median debt at graduation
73.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
53.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 44% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 15th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). 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 Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton

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$16,806$27,973+6%#381 of 1025#303$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 Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $186,805
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,521/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45402 (14.7% cap, Dayton)

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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
47%
Receive Pell Grants
57%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

186
Total Students
99%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 2%
Black 42%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton?
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 Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton?
The graduation rate at Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton is 66%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton a good school?
Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (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 smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton?
Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton has a total enrollment of 186 students.

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