Cosmetology at Cosmetology & Spa Academy

Crystal Lake, IL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a smaller institution with 377 students in Crystal Lake, IL.

Program Analysis

Cosmetology & Spa Academy Cosmetology graduates command $22,096/yr out of the gate, well above the $17,289 national median. That 28% premium suggests the program's industry reputation carries real labor-market weight.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Cosmetology graduates.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $9,833 in median debt clears fast against $22,096 in annual earnings.

Ranked #138 out of 1,095 programs, Cosmetology & Spa Academy's Cosmetology program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

With 5 registered apprenticeships mapped to Cosmetology, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

45 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
41
Low End
45
Score
45
High End
Earnings $22,096/yr (28% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$231K
1.0% 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
5.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (4 Year)
$22,148
0% 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

Cosmetology opens doors to multiple career tracks. Our pillar guide covers every mapped occupation with salary data and AI resilience ratings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 45/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Cosmetology at Cosmetology & Spa Academy?
At 45/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Why does Cosmetology & Spa Academy rank so high for Cosmetology?
Ranked #138 of 1,095 programs nationally, Cosmetology & Spa Academy lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.
Can I learn Cosmetology through an apprenticeship instead of Cosmetology & Spa Academy?
Beyond Cosmetology & Spa Academy's classroom route, 5 registered apprenticeships map to Cosmetology careers — including Barber. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Is there demand for Cosmetology workers?
At 145,700 annual openings, Cosmetology has a very large employment base. Cosmetology & Spa Academy graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →