Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Undergraduate certificate · Larry's Barber College · Chicago, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Larry's Barber College earn a median of $12,461 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 $3,481, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services (Undergraduate certificate) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Chicago | $24,468 | $7,917 |
| Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Olney | $24,120 | — |
| Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Peru PERU | $22,967 | $9,500 |
| The Aveda Institute of Beauty and Wellness Chicago Chicago | $22,351 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology & Spa Academy Crystal Lake | $22,096 | $9,833 |
| G Skin & Beauty Institute Schaumburg | $21,461 | $6,333 |
| University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts Springfield | $21,114 | $4,584 |
| Cameo Beauty Academy Oak Lawn | $20,447 | $11,268 |
| Tricoci University of Beauty Culture Urbana | $20,228 | $9,000 |
| Estelle Skin Care and Spa Institute Skokie | $20,095 | $7,645 |
| Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Elgin Elgin | $19,879 | $9,000 |
| Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville Libertyville | $19,879 | $9,000 |
| Professional's Choice Hair Design Academy Joliet | $19,587 | $8,645 |
| Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology Oswego | $19,563 | $9,833 |
| The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Downers Grove | $19,397 | $7,917 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services graduates from Larry's Barber College make?
The median salary is $12,461 one year after graduation and $9,828 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $3,481.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.