Cosmetology at Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology

Wallingford, CT · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

with a smaller student body of 188 in Wallingford, CT.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $19,955 at Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology come in 15% above the national median of $17,289 for Cosmetology programs.

The 31% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Cosmetology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

With first-year pay of $19,955 far exceeding the $9,833 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology ranks #264 among 1,095 Cosmetology programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

A 41% earnings increase from $19,955 to $28,180 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

The 5 apprenticeship pathways connected to Cosmetology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

44 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
40
Low End
44
Score
44
High End
Earnings $19,955/yr (15% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$303K
9.0% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,833
5.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$28,180
41% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Personal service managers, all other $61,340 +6.5% 48%
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance $50,280 +8.1% 66%
First-line supervisors of personal service workers $47,080 +6.7% 59%
Personal service managers, all other
$61,340
+6.5% growth 48% AI-proof
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50,280
+8.1% growth 66% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of personal service workers
$47,080
+6.7% growth 59% AI-proof

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Cosmetology Career Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology's Cosmetology program score?
This program scores 44/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
What makes Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology's Cosmetology program stand out?
Ranked #264 of 1,095 programs nationally, Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology graduates?
If Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology's tuition gives you pause, consider that 5 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
How could AI change the job market for Cosmetology graduates?
The 31% scenario spread reflects genuine uncertainty. Some career paths within Cosmetology are more exposed than others — the aggregate score blends resistant and vulnerable roles.
Is there demand for Cosmetology workers?
The very large job market (145,700 annual openings) works in favor of Cosmetology graduates. The national outlook is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →