Cosmetology at Belbo Beauty Institute

Shreveport, LA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 109 students in Shreveport, LA.

Program Analysis

At $16,842/yr, Cosmetology graduates from Belbo Beauty Institute land near the $17,289 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

Some AI exposure exists in Cosmetology's career paths, with 24% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 24% gap from the optimistic case.

Median debt of $9,500 represents roughly 7 months of the $16,842 starting salary — a manageable burden by trade school standards.

Ranked #603 of 1,095 Cosmetology programs, Belbo Beauty Institute falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

Earnings grow from $16,842 to $22,027 over five years — a 31% increase that's moderate and in line with typical trade career progression.

Cosmetology offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
39
Low End
42
Score
43
High End
Earnings $16,842/yr (-3% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$232K
6.9% 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
$9,500
6.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$22,027
31% 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Belbo Beauty Institute's Cosmetology program score?
At 42/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Cosmetology program at Belbo Beauty Institute?
There are 5 registered apprenticeships connected to Cosmetology occupations, such as Barber and Cosmetologist. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
How many job openings are there for Cosmetology graduates?
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 →