D
Below Average
Score: 44/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
37/100 · earnings-weighted

Elite School of Cosmetology

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Norwalk, Ohio 44857
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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 59%
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
C
45/100
Resources
D
41/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
21/100

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

179
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$23,547
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$19,104
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,412
Median debt at graduation
64.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
52.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 22nd 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 Elite 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$15,241$24,651-6%#637 of 1025#556$12,000

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 Elite School of Cosmetology Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $219,494
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,660/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44870 (7.8% cap, Sandusky)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

59%
Receive Any Aid
53%
Receive Pell Grants
55%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

179
Total Students
97%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Hispanic 4%
Black 20%
Asian 8%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Elite 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 Elite 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 Elite School of Cosmetology?
The graduation rate at Elite School of Cosmetology is 59%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Elite School of Cosmetology a good school?
Elite School of Cosmetology has a Repit College Score of 44/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): 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 smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Elite School of Cosmetology?
Elite School of Cosmetology has a total enrollment of 179 students.

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