Brighton Institute of Cosmetology Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Brighton, Michigan, enrolling about 43 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 85.71% at 150% of normal time. Student demographics in federal data include White (88.4%) and Race/ethnicity unknown (7.0%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $20,810 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 43 90.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 85.71%
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 15.2% from 2017 to 2018 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 70
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology: what the data shows
Common questions about Brighton Institute of Cosmetology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology?
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is located in Brighton, MI (ZIP 48116-8360).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology public or private?
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Brighton Institute of Cosmetology cost?
Average net price after aid: $20,810.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,810 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $20,810 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,811 |
How big is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology?
Total enrollment: 43 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 70 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Brighton Institute of Cosmetology?
150%-time completion rate: 85.71%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of Brighton Institute of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings: $31,229 six years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
9.88% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist (32 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (22 completions)
- Real Estate Development (18 completions)
- Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 85.71%; net price $20,810. 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 Brighton Institute of Cosmetology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$20,810
2024 Value
In 2024 Brighton Institute of Cosmetology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $20,810.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$83,240 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$20,810 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 Brighton Institute of Cosmetology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
9.88% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
12.35% 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 Brighton Institute of Cosmetology 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 Brighton Institute of Cosmetology in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2018 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $9,358 |
| 2014 | — | — | $7,598 |
| 2015 | — | — | $9,442 |
| 2016 | — | — | $9,736 |
| 2017 | — | — | $9,447 |
| 2018 | — | — | $10,879 |
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
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology reported total enrollment of about 43 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 2% male and 98% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (88.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.0%), and Black or African American (4.7%). About 9.88% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
90.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Brighton Institute of Cosmetology in 2024 is 43 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 70 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
100.0%
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 White at 88.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
85.71% 100% Completion Time
85.71% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 85.71% of students graduating from Brighton Institute of Cosmetology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 3% male / 97% female
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 0% male / 100% female
- Real Estate Development: 6% male / 94% 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: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Brighton Institute of Cosmetology.
Return on Investment
ROI data is not available for this institution.
Financial value analysis for Brighton Institute of Cosmetology.
Top Programs by Completions
4 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 5 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 32 completions
2. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 22 completions
3. Real Estate Development: 18 completions
4. Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor: 2 completions
Most popular programs at Brighton Institute of Cosmetology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Brighton Institute of Cosmetology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Brighton Institute of Cosmetology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $3,194
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Brighton, MI. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Real Estate Development. Enrollment is approximately 43 students. Student body composition includes White (88.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.0%), Black or African American (4.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 85.71%. Approximately 9.88% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Brighton, MI 48116-8360
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 85.71% graduation rate, Brighton Institute of Cosmetology 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 Brighton Institute of Cosmetology located?
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is located in Brighton, MI.
How much does Brighton Institute of Cosmetology cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $20,810 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Brighton Institute of Cosmetology?
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 70 students, White (88.4%), Race/ethnicity unknown (7.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
What is the graduation rate at Brighton Institute of Cosmetology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 85.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology public or private?
Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Brighton, MI.
Is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology an HBCU?
No. Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology a tribal college?
No. Brighton Institute of Cosmetology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Brighton Institute of Cosmetology does not meet that proxy (reported share 0.0%).
Is Brighton Institute of Cosmetology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Brighton Institute of Cosmetology 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
- Michigan college costs
- Michigan colleges by ROI
- Michigan trade schools profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Michigan
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.