Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Undergraduate certificate · Meridian College · Sarasota, FL
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Meridian College earn a median of $21,848 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 $10,819, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Florida State College at Jacksonville Jacksonville | $29,668 | $6,498 |
| Palm Beach State College Lake Worth | $24,361 | $4,500 |
| Pensacola State College Pensacola | $23,911 | $3,500 |
| Suncoast Technical College Sarasota | $22,662 | — |
| Tom P. Haney Technical College Panama City | $22,028 | — |
| Cortiva Institute Maitland | $21,856 | $6,333 |
| Cortiva Institute Maitland | $21,856 | $6,333 |
| Cortiva Institute St. Petersburg | $21,812 | $6,333 |
| Lake Technical College Eustis | $21,738 | — |
| Manatee Technical College Bradenton | $21,731 | — |
| Fort Pierce Beauty Academy Fort Pierce | $20,902 | $7,916 |
| Daytona College Ormond Beach | $20,872 | $7,253 |
| Daytona State College Daytona Beach | $20,212 | $5,500 |
| Summit Salon Academy Tampa | $20,153 | $7,389 |
| World Class Academy of Beauty Careers Tallahassee | $20,087 | $9,404 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates from Meridian College make?
The median salary is $21,848 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $10,819.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.