Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology
Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit college or university in Mooresville, NC, with about 2 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 52.38% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,000 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 18 100.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 52.38%
Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology: what the data shows
Common questions about Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology?
Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology is located in Mooresville, NC (ZIP 28115).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology public or private?
Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology cost?
Average net price after aid: $17,000.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,408 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,734 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,073 |
How big is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology?
Total enrollment: 18 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology?
150%-time completion rate: 52.38%.
First-year retention: 72.7%.
What do graduates of Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings: $23,294 six years after entry; $22,786 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,833.
39.60% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Cosmetology & Personal Grooming Services (39 completions)
- Other/Unknown Programs (39 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 52.38%; median earnings $22,786 at 10 years; net price $17,000. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,000
2024 Value
In 2024 Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,000.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,000 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,000 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
39.60% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
62.38% 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 Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle Institute 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 | — | — | $14,427 |
| 2014 | — | — | $13,710 |
| 2015 | — | — | $16,546 |
| 2016 | — | — | $14,020 |
| 2017 | — | — | $16,374 |
| 2018 | — | — | $17,255 |
| 2019 | — | — | $18,851 |
| 2020 | — | — | $15,873 |
| 2021 | — | — | $16,518 |
| 2022 | — | — | $16,098 |
| 2023 | — | — | $16,894 |
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.
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
100.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology in 2024 is 18 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.7%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
47.62% 100% Completion Time
52.38% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 47.62% of students graduating from Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology.
Return on Investment
$9,833 Median Student Debt
$22,786 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
43.15% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
235.09% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology.
Top Programs by Completions
2 Programs Reporting Data
Cosmetology & Personal Grooming Services: 39 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 39 completions
Most popular programs at Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology graduates.
About
Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Mooresville, NC, offering 2 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 18 students. The institution maintains a 52.38% graduation rate. Approximately 39.60% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Mooresville, NC 28115
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Pinnacle Institute 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.
FAQ
How much does Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology cost?
Reported in-state tuition is N/A and average net price is $17,000 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings are $23,294 six years after entry and $22,786 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 52.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,833.
How big is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology?
Total enrollment is about 18 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology public or private?
Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Mooresville, NC.
Is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology an HBCU?
No. Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology a tribal college?
No. Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.6%).
Is Pinnacle Institute of Cosmetology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Pinnacle 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
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.