Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Undergraduate certificate · Academy of Careers and Technology · Beckley, WV
$17,407Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
25Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Academy of Careers and Technology earn a median of $17,407 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).
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other West Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Clarksburg Beauty Academy and School of Massage Therapy Clarksburg | $21,049 | $6,500 |
| International Beauty School Martinsburg | $16,785 | $6,333 |
| Charleston School of Beauty Culture Charleston | $14,910 | $6,333 |
| Carver Career Center Charleston | $13,524 | — |
| Huntington School of Beauty Culture Huntington | $11,915 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates from Academy of Careers and Technology make?
The median salary is $17,407 one year after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.