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Cosmetology at Meridian Community College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Cosmetology, take a look at what Meridian Community College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Meridian Community College sits in Meridian, MS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 23 cosmetology degrees were granted at Meridian Community College.
Online & Distance Learning at Meridian Community College
Many students take online classes at Meridian Community College. Of 2,780 students, 255 (9%) studied exclusively online and 751 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Cosmetology Rankings at Meridian Community College
These rankings give you a sense of how Meridian Community College’s Cosmetology program against other schools offering the same major.
Earnings for Cosmetology Graduates from Meridian Community College
Students who complete Meridian Community College’s Cosmetology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $15,465 |
| 2 years | $15,048 |
| 3 years | $16,101 |
| 4 years | $18,352 |
| 5 years | $20,611 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Cosmetology graduates from Meridian Community College report median earnings of $18,352, compared with $38,301 for all Meridian Community College graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
More Specific Cosmetology Concentrations at Meridian Community College
The Cosmetology program at Meridian Community College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Cosmetology | 21 |
| Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor | 2 |
Best-Paid Careers for Cosmetology Graduates
Those who complete Cosmetology program at Meridian Community College go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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
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