Tri-State Cosmetology Institute Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is a private for-profit trade school in El Paso, Texas, enrolling about 126 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 88.46% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $18,157 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,190 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 126 94.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 88.46%
- First-Generation Students: 52.4%
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 6.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 185
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute: what the data shows
Common questions about Tri-State Cosmetology Institute, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute?
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is located in El Paso, TX (ZIP 79935).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute public or private?
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Tri-State Cosmetology Institute cost?
Average net price after aid: $15,190.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,014 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,851 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,427 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $21,586 |
How big is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute?
Total enrollment: 126 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 185 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute?
150%-time completion rate: 88.46%.
First-year retention: 88.2%.
What do graduates of Tri-State Cosmetology Institute earn?
Median earnings: $17,832 six years after entry; $18,157 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $5,735.
66.51% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (55 completions)
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist (41 completions)
- Real Estate Development (30 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 88.46%; median earnings $18,157 at 10 years; net price $15,190. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,190
2024 Value
In 2024 Tri-State Cosmetology Institute had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,190.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$60,760 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,190 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for Tri-State Cosmetology Institute.
Financial Aid by Income Level
66.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
59.33% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Tri-State Cosmetology Institute in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $14,013 |
| 2014 | — | — | $14,524 |
| 2015 | — | — | $13,835 |
| 2016 | — | — | $12,362 |
| 2017 | — | — | $15,256 |
| 2018 | — | — | $11,428 |
| 2019 | — | — | $10,933 |
| 2020 | — | — | $16,249 |
| 2021 | — | — | $14,100 |
| 2022 | — | — | $14,411 |
| 2023 | — | — | $15,361 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute reported total enrollment of about 126 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 4% male and 96% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (76.2%), White (14.3%), and Black or African American (4.0%). About 66.51% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 52.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute in 2024 is 126 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 185 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
88.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 76.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
88.46% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Tri-State Cosmetology Institute completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 7% male / 93% female
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 0% male / 100% female
- Real Estate Development: 3% male / 97% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Tri-State Cosmetology Institute.
Return on Investment
$5,735 Median Student Debt
$18,157 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.59% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
198.83% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Tri-State Cosmetology Institute.
Top Programs by Completions
3 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 4 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 55 completions
2. Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 41 completions
3. Real Estate Development: 30 completions
Most popular programs at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Tri-State Cosmetology Institute graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Tri-State Cosmetology Institute from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,483
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is a private for-profit institution located in El Paso, TX. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, Real Estate Development. Enrollment is approximately 126 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (76.2%), White (14.3%), Black or African American (4.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 88.46%. Approximately 66.51% of students receive Pell Grants. About 52.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
El Paso, TX 79935
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 88.46% graduation rate, Tri-State Cosmetology Institute demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute located?
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is located in El Paso, TX.
How much does Tri-State Cosmetology Institute cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $15,190 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute?
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute reports undergraduate enrollment of about 185 students, Hispanic or Latino (76.2%), White (14.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Tri-State Cosmetology Institute?
About 52.4% of students at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Tri-State Cosmetology Institute earn?
Median earnings are $17,832 six years after entry and $18,157 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute?
The 150%-time completion rate is 88.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Tri-State Cosmetology Institute students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $5,735.
Is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute public or private?
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is a private for-profit institution located in El Paso, TX.
Is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute an HBCU?
No. Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute a tribal college?
No. Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Tri-State Cosmetology Institute reports 76.2% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Tri-State Cosmetology Institute religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Tri-State Cosmetology Institute in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Texas trade schools profile
- El Paso, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.