The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Tuition &
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Downers Grove, Illinois, enrolling about 39 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 72.09% at 150% of normal time. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (56.4%) and White (25.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,688 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 39 46.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 72.09%
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 76
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology: what the data shows
Common questions about The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is located in Downers Grove, IL (ZIP 60515).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology public or private?
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology cost?
Average net price after aid: $17,688.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,112 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,662 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,834 |
| $110,001+ | $20,700 |
How big is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?
Total enrollment: 39 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 76 students.
About 46% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?
150%-time completion rate: 72.09%.
First-year retention: 100.0%.
What do graduates of The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings: $23,615 six years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $7,917.
38.46% of students receive Pell grants.
What is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist (34 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (7 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 72.09%; net price $17,688. 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 The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,688
2024 Value
In 2024 The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,688.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$70,752 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,688 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 The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.46% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
50.77% 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 The University of Aesthetics & 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 The University of Aesthetics & 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 | — | — | $11,699 |
| 2014 | — | — | $11,262 |
| 2015 | — | — | $6,905 |
| 2016 | — | — | $8,635 |
| 2017 | — | — | $9,138 |
| 2018 | — | — | $12,628 |
| 2019 | — | — | $12,734 |
| 2020 | — | — | $16,079 |
| 2021 | — | — | $17,317 |
| 2022 | — | — | $16,914 |
| 2023 | — | — | $16,241 |
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
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology reported total enrollment of about 39 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 3% male and 97% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (56.4%), White (25.6%), and Black or African American (5.1%). About 38.46% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
46.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology in 2024 is 39 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 76 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 Hispanic or Latino at 56.4%.
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
72.09% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from The University of Aesthetics & 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: 0% male / 100% female
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 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 The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology.
Return on Investment
$7,917 Median Student Debt
Financial value analysis for The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology.
Top Programs by Completions
2 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 3 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist: 34 completions
2. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 7 completions
Most popular programs at The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,067
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Downers Grove, IL. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. Enrollment is approximately 39 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (56.4%), White (25.6%), Black or African American (5.1%). The 150%-time completion rate is 72.09%. Approximately 38.46% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
The University of Aesthetics & 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 The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology located?
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is located in Downers Grove, IL.
How much does The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $17,688 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 76 students, Hispanic or Latino (56.4%), White (25.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 72.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $7,917.
Is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology public or private?
The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Downers Grove, IL.
Is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology an HBCU?
No. The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology a tribal college?
No. The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology reports 56.4% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for The University of Aesthetics & 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
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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.