C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
51/100 · earnings-weighted

Skin Science Institute

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Sandy, Utah 84094
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: 87%
Outcomes
B+
76/100
Affordability
C
48/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
D
33/100

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

174
Total Enrollment
87%
Graduation Rate
92%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$27,153
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$22,336
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,667
Median debt at graduation
70.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
8.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 28% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 25th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (UT wage index 1.11). 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 Skin Science Institute

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$18,777$28,291+8%#360 of 1025#527$7,667

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 Skin Science Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $558,681
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,733/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 84065 (2.8% cap, Riverton)

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🏆 Where Skin Science Institute Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
43%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 67 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Skin Science Institute's top programs commonly pursue.

Skincare specialists
$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Student Demographics

174
Total Students
100%
Women
88%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 83%
Hispanic 9%
Black 3%
Asian 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 88%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Skin Science Institute?
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 Skin Science Institute?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Skin Science Institute?
The graduation rate at Skin Science Institute is 87%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Skin Science Institute a good school?
Skin Science Institute has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Skin Science Institute?
Skin Science Institute has a total enrollment of 174 students. Most students (88%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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