Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Undergraduate certificate · The Institute of Beauty and Wellness · Milwaukee, WI
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at The Institute of Beauty and Wellness earn a median of $25,029 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 $6,333, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other Wisconsin schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Waukesha County Technical College Pewaukee | $27,049 | $8,675 |
| The Institute of Beauty and Wellness Madison Madison | $25,029 | $6,333 |
| The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska Onalaska | $25,017 | $12,000 |
| Chippewa Valley Technical College Eau Claire | $23,405 | $8,174 |
| First Class Cosmetology School Beloit | $23,235 | $10,194 |
| Milwaukee Area Technical College Milwaukee | $23,198 | $9,500 |
| Madison Area Technical College Madison | $22,152 | $8,875 |
| VICI Beauty School Greenfield | $21,773 | $6,216 |
| The Salon Professional Academy-Kenosha Kenosha | $21,678 | $10,194 |
| The Professional Hair Design Academy Eau Claire | $21,659 | $10,500 |
| Advanced College of Cosmetology Waupun | $21,100 | $11,110 |
| Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Janesville Janesville | $20,302 | $13,333 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Milwaukee Wauwatosa | $19,570 | $10,666 |
| Academy of Beauty Professionals Green Bay | $18,729 | $9,833 |
| Academy of Beauty Professionals Appleton | $18,729 | $9,833 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates from The Institute of Beauty and Wellness make?
The median salary is $25,029 one year after graduation and $29,826 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $6,333.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.