C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
44/100 · earnings-weighted

Diamonds College

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Sherman, Texas 75090
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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 61%
Outcomes
C+
56/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
B
73/100
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

36
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$27,126
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$20,361
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,000
Median debt at graduation
58.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
69.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 32nd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). 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 Diamonds College

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$15,859$17,205-35%#981 of 1025#981$16,500

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 Diamonds College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $208,405
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,510/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 75090 (5.7% cap, Sherman)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

85%
Receive Any Aid
67%
Receive Pell Grants
76%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

36
Total Students
81%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%
Hispanic 14%
Black 6%
Asian 3%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 42%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Diamonds College?
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 Diamonds College?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Diamonds College?
The graduation rate at Diamonds College is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Diamonds College a good school?
Diamonds College has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (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 Diamonds College?
Diamonds College has a total enrollment of 36 students.

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