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Cosmetology at South Plains College
If you plan to study Cosmetology, consider the program at South Plains College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
South Plains College is in Levelland, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 86 cosmetology graduations were recorded at South Plains College.
Studying Online at South Plains College
Online coursework is an option at South Plains College. Of 9,098 students, 3,019 (33%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,268 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Cosmetology Rankings at South Plains College
Use these rankings to compare South Plains College’s Cosmetology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Earnings for Cosmetology Graduates from South Plains College
Graduates of South Plains College’s Cosmetology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $14,762 |
| 2 years | $15,721 |
| 3 years | $11,506 |
| 4 years | $18,940 |
| 5 years | $22,989 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Cosmetology graduates from South Plains College report median earnings of $18,940, compared with $37,934 for all South Plains College graduates — about 50% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Cosmetology graduates from South Plains College stands at $11,000.
More Specific Cosmetology Concentrations at South Plains College
The Cosmetology program at South Plains College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Cosmetology | 85 |
| Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Cosmetology Graduates
Students who finish Cosmetology program at South Plains College work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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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