Georgia Institute of Cosmetology Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Athens, Georgia, enrolling about 200 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 54.29% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $21,432 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,397 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 200 27.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 54.29%
- First-Generation Students: 53.3%
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 282
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology: what the data shows
Common questions about Georgia Institute of Cosmetology, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology?
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is located in Athens, GA (ZIP 30606-3152).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology public or private?
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Georgia Institute of Cosmetology cost?
Average net price after aid: $14,397.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,232 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,770 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,790 |
How big is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology?
Total enrollment: 200 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 282 students.
About 28% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Georgia Institute of Cosmetology?
150%-time completion rate: 54.29%.
First-year retention: 75.0%.
What do graduates of Georgia Institute of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings: $19,940 six years after entry; $21,432 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $11,273.
78.21% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (111 completions)
- Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor (3 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 54.29%; median earnings $21,432 at 10 years; net price $14,397. 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 Georgia Institute of Cosmetology was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,397
2024 Value
In 2024 Georgia Institute of Cosmetology had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,397.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,588 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,397 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 Georgia Institute of Cosmetology.
Financial Aid by Income Level
78.21% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
87.76% 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 Georgia 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 Georgia 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 | — | — | $13,670 |
| 2014 | — | — | $13,720 |
| 2015 | — | — | $14,691 |
| 2016 | — | — | $14,374 |
| 2017 | — | — | $15,100 |
| 2018 | — | — | $15,422 |
| 2019 | — | — | $15,361 |
| 2020 | — | — | $14,646 |
| 2021 | — | — | $14,715 |
| 2022 | — | — | $14,696 |
| 2023 | — | — | $14,059 |
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
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology reported total enrollment of about 200 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 4% male and 96% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (47.5%), Black or African American (32.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (16.5%). About 78.21% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 53.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
27.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Georgia Institute of Cosmetology in 2024 is 200 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 282 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.0%
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 47.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
28.57% 100% Completion Time
54.29% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 28.57% of students graduating from Georgia Institute 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: 5% male / 95% 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 Georgia Institute of Cosmetology.
Return on Investment
$11,273 Median Student Debt
$21,432 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
52.60% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
272.16% Return on Investment
5.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Georgia Institute of Cosmetology.
Top Programs by Completions
2 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 3 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 111 completions
2. Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor: 3 completions
Most popular programs at Georgia Institute of Cosmetology.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Georgia Institute of Cosmetology graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Georgia Institute of Cosmetology from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $2,743
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Athens, GA. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor. Enrollment is approximately 200 students. Student body composition includes White (47.5%), Black or African American (32.0%), Hispanic or Latino (16.5%). The 150%-time completion rate is 54.29%. Approximately 78.21% of students receive Pell Grants. About 53.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Athens, GA 30606-3152
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Georgia 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology located?
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is located in Athens, GA.
How much does Georgia Institute of Cosmetology cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $14,397 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Georgia Institute of Cosmetology?
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology reports undergraduate enrollment of about 282 students, White (47.5%), Black or African American (32.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Georgia Institute of Cosmetology?
About 53.3% of students at Georgia Institute of Cosmetology are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Georgia Institute of Cosmetology earn?
Median earnings are $19,940 six years after entry and $21,432 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Georgia Institute of Cosmetology?
The 150%-time completion rate is 54.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Georgia Institute of Cosmetology students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $11,273.
Is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology public or private?
Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit institution located in Athens, GA.
Is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology an HBCU?
No. Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology a tribal college?
No. Georgia Institute of Cosmetology is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Georgia Institute of Cosmetology does not meet that proxy (reported share 16.5%).
Is Georgia Institute of Cosmetology religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Georgia 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
- Georgia college costs
- Georgia colleges by ROI
- Georgia trade schools profile
- Athens, Georgia city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Georgia
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.