Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Undergraduate certificate · Albany Technical College · Albany, GA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$18,729Median earnings 4 years after
$20,668Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
137Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Albany Technical College earn a median of $17,092. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $26,307 four years after graduating (middle half: $13,783–$41,270).
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lanier Technical College Gainesville | $22,686 | — |
| International School of Skin Nailcare & Massage Therapy Sandy Springs | $20,551 | $6,222 |
| South Georgia Technical College Americus | $20,501 | — |
| Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Valdosta | $19,659 | — |
| Keune Academy by 124 Lawrenceville | $19,319 | $9,833 |
| Savannah Technical College Savannah | $19,242 | — |
| Columbus Technical College Columbus | $19,094 | — |
| Empire Beauty School-Kennesaw Kennesaw | $18,639 | $12,500 |
| Empire Beauty School-Gwinnett Lawrenceville | $18,639 | $12,500 |
| MAK Beauty Institute Cumming | $18,519 | $7,305 |
| Gwinnett Technical College Lawrenceville | $18,291 | $13,699 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Esani Roswell | $17,667 | $9,833 |
| Ogeechee Technical College Statesboro | $17,660 | — |
| Atlanta Technical College Atlanta | $17,157 | $7,927 |
| Empire Beauty School-Northlake Atlanta | $17,113 | $13,583 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates from Albany Technical College make?
The median salary is $17,092 and $20,668 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.