Central College of Cosmetology Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Central College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Saint Robert, Missouri, enrolling about 61 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 69.23% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $22,821 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $6,166 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 61 100.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 69.23%
- First-Generation Students: 52.4%
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 32.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 85
Central College of Cosmetology: what the data shows
Common questions about Central College of Cosmetology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central College of Cosmetology?
Central College of Cosmetology is located in Saint Robert, MO (ZIP 65584).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Central College of Cosmetology public or private?
Central College of Cosmetology is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Central College of Cosmetology cost?
Average net price after aid: $6,166.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $6,166 |
How big is Central College of Cosmetology?
Total enrollment: 61 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 85 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central College of Cosmetology?
150%-time completion rate: 69.23%.
First-year retention: 91.7%.
What do graduates of Central College of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings: $13,032 six years after entry; $22,821 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
37.84% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central College of Cosmetology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (14 completions)
- Real Estate Development (7 completions)
- Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor (1 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central College of Cosmetology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 69.23%; median earnings $22,821 at 10 years; net price $6,166. 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 Central College of Cosmetology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$6,166
2024 Value
In 2024 Central College of Cosmetology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $6,166.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,664 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$6,166 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 Central College of Cosmetology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
37.84% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Central College of Cosmetology was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
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 Central College of Cosmetology 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 | — | — | $3,552 |
| 2014 | — | — | $4,543 |
| 2015 | — | — | $5,650 |
| 2016 | — | — | $4,997 |
| 2017 | — | — | $4,726 |
| 2018 | — | — | $4,954 |
| 2019 | — | — | $4,658 |
| 2020 | — | — | $4,760 |
| 2021 | — | — | $6,432 |
| 2022 | — | — | $5,578 |
| 2023 | — | — | $7,364 |
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
Central College of Cosmetology reported total enrollment of about 61 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 2% male and 98% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (82.0%), Black or African American (8.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (6.6%). About 37.84% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 52.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
100.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central College of Cosmetology in 2024 is 61 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 85 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
91.7%
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 82.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
46.15% 100% Completion Time
69.23% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 46.15% of students graduating from Central College of Cosmetology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 0% male / 100% female
- Real Estate Development: 0% male / 100% female
- Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor: 0% male / 100% 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 Central College of Cosmetology.
Return on Investment
$22,821 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
825.28% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Central College of Cosmetology.
Top Programs by Completions
3 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 4 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 14 completions
2. Real Estate Development: 7 completions
3. Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor: 1 completions
Most popular programs at Central College of Cosmetology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central College of Cosmetology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central College of Cosmetology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,035
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Central College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Saint Robert, MO. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Real Estate Development, Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor. Enrollment is approximately 61 students. Student body composition includes White (82.0%), Black or African American (8.2%), Hispanic or Latino (6.6%). The 150%-time completion rate is 69.23%. Approximately 37.84% of students receive Pell Grants. About 52.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Saint Robert, MO 65584
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Central College of Cosmetology provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Central College of Cosmetology located?
Central College of Cosmetology is located in Saint Robert, MO.
How much does Central College of Cosmetology cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $6,166 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Central College of Cosmetology?
Central College of Cosmetology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 85 students, White (82.0%), Black or African American (8.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central College of Cosmetology?
About 52.4% of students at Central College of Cosmetology are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Central College of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings are $13,032 six years after entry and $22,821 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central College of Cosmetology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 69.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Central College of Cosmetology public or private?
Central College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Saint Robert, MO.
Is Central College of Cosmetology an HBCU?
No. Central College of Cosmetology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central College of Cosmetology a tribal college?
No. Central College of Cosmetology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Central College of Cosmetology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Central College of Cosmetology does not meet that proxy (reported share 6.6%).
Is Central College of Cosmetology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Central College 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
- Missouri college costs
- Missouri colleges by ROI
- Missouri trade schools profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Missouri
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.