Georgia Institute of Cosmetology
Athens, GA · Private for-profit · Certificate degree-granting
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology, based in Athens, Georgia, is a private for-profit institution, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. With 200 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $21,432 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. Regarding student success, the graduation rate is 50.3%. Mmedian graduate debt is $11,273, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 1.9x. The average net price after financial aid is $14,397 per year. The most popular programs include Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$21,432
Graduation Rate
50.3%
Median Debt
$11,273
Average Net Price
$14,397
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
1.49x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
1.9x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
200
Admission Rate
Not reported
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
75.0%
Cost
In-State Tuition
Not reported
Out-of-State Tuition
Not reported
Pell Grant Rate
78.2%
Federal Loan Rate
87.8%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$12,232
Income $30K–$48K
$17,770
Income $48K–$75K
$18,790
Student Demographics
Women
95.4%
White
47.5%
Black
32.0%
Hispanic
16.5%
Asian
4.0%
Two or More Races
0.0%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
26.7%
Accreditations
- Council on Occupational Education — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
Programs (1)
Undergraduate Certificate (1)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | $24,441 | 122 |
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