Cosmetology at Capri College-Davenport

Davenport, IA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a smaller institution with 142 students in Davenport, IA.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Capri College-Davenport's Cosmetology program earn $22,161/yr in their first year — 28% above the $17,289 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

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 23% gap from the optimistic case.

At $7,796 in median debt against $22,161 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

At #141 of 1,095 nationally, this is a top-5% Cosmetology program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

Earnings grow from $22,161 to $28,743 over five years — a 30% 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.

45 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
41
Low End
45
Score
45
High End
Earnings $22,161/yr (28% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$302K
6.7% 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
$7,796
4.2 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$28,743
30% 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

What can you do with a Cosmetology credential from Capri College-Davenport? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Cosmetology at Capri College-Davenport?
A score of 45/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Cosmetology. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
What makes Capri College-Davenport's Cosmetology program stand out?
The #141 ranking out of 1,095 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable, and the job market supports this trade.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Cosmetology program at Capri College-Davenport?
If Capri College-Davenport'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.
What's the job market like for Cosmetology from Capri College-Davenport?
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 →