Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Undergraduate certificate · Washburn University · Topeka, KS
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Washburn University earn a median of $22,547 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $26,307 four years after graduating (middle half: $13,783–$41,270). Median debt is $6,792, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other Kansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washburn Institute of Technology Topeka | $22,547 | $6,792 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Overland Park Overland Park | $22,440 | $9,833 |
| Z Hair Academy Overland Park | $21,750 | $10,670 |
| Johnson County Community College Overland Park | $21,250 | $5,299 |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College Kansas City | $21,091 | — |
| Crave Beauty Academy Wichita | $21,067 | $8,765 |
| Fort Scott Community College Fort Scott | $20,691 | $4,750 |
| Eric Fisher Academy Wichita | $20,465 | $9,339 |
| Garden City Community College Garden City | $18,724 | $5,500 |
| Bellus Academy Manhattan | $17,745 | $9,376 |
| Hays Academy of Hair Design Salina | $17,620 | $9,833 |
| Hays Academy of Hair Design Hays | $17,620 | $9,833 |
| Hutchinson Community College Hutchinson | $17,437 | — |
| Mitsu Sato Hair Academy Overland Park | $17,143 | $9,500 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Wichita Wichita | $17,049 | $9,833 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates from Washburn University make?
The median salary is $22,547 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $6,792.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.