Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Undergraduate certificate · The Salon Professional Academy · Rapid City, SD
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at The Salon Professional Academy earn a median of $24,068 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 $9,835, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other South Dakota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Stewart School Sioux Falls | $22,684 | $6,211 |
| Lake Area Technical College Watertown | $20,420 | $12,000 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Rapid City Rapid City | $18,561 | $9,681 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates from The Salon Professional Academy make?
The median salary is $24,068 one year after graduation and $26,073 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,835.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.