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Cosmetology at Columbus Technical College
If you are interested in studying Cosmetology, you may want to check out the program at Columbus Technical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Columbus Technical College is in Columbus, GA.
During the most recent reporting year, 121 cosmetology degrees were awarded at Columbus Technical College.
Online Class Availability at Columbus Technical College
Distance learning is available at Columbus Technical College. Among 3,307 students, 1,080 (33%) studied exclusively online and 1,027 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Cosmetology Rankings at Columbus Technical College
Use these rankings to compare Columbus Technical College’s Cosmetology program against peer institutions.
Earnings for Cosmetology Graduates from Columbus Technical College
Those who finish Columbus Technical College’s Cosmetology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $14,999 |
| 2 years | $18,498 |
| 3 years | $21,413 |
| 4 years | $27,211 |
| 5 years | $31,036 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Cosmetology graduates from Columbus Technical College take home a median $27,211, compared with $40,704 for all Columbus Technical College graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
More Specific Cosmetology Concentrations at Columbus Technical College
This Cosmetology program at Columbus Technical College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Cosmetology | 64 |
| Barbering | 5 |
| Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist | 36 |
| Nail Technician & Manicurist | 16 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Cosmetology Graduates
Those who complete Cosmetology program at Columbus Technical College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Cosmetology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Skincare Specialists | $60,954 |
| Barbers | $47,321 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $39,017 |
| Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance | $36,599 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers | $31,083 |
| Manicurists and Pedicurists | $29,229 |
| Shampooers | $26,903 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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