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Cosmetology at McLennan Community College
If you are interested in studying Cosmetology, consider the program at McLennan Community College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
McLennan Community College is located in Waco, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 68 cosmetology degrees were granted at McLennan Community College.
Studying Online at McLennan Community College
Many students take online classes at McLennan Community College. Of 7,850 students, 3,235 (41%) studied exclusively online and 2,763 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Cosmetology Graduates from McLennan Community College
Graduates of McLennan Community College’s Cosmetology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $19,045 |
| 3 years | $21,663 |
| 4 years | $24,857 |
| 5 years | $22,492 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Cosmetology graduates from McLennan Community College report median earnings of $24,857, compared with $39,841 for all McLennan Community College graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Cosmetology graduates from McLennan Community College stands at $5,776.
More Specific Cosmetology Concentrations at McLennan Community College
The Cosmetology program at McLennan Community College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Cosmetology | 45 |
| Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist | 23 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Cosmetology Graduates
Those who complete Cosmetology program at McLennan Community College pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Cosmetology majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.