Cosmetology at Denmark College

Merrillville, IN · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a compact campus enrolling 178 students in Merrillville, IN.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $18,762 at Denmark College come in 9% above the national median of $17,289 for Cosmetology programs.

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.

The $9,962 debt-to-$18,762 income ratio translates to about 6 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

Ranked #457 out of 1,095 programs, Denmark College's Cosmetology offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

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

43 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
39
Low End
43
Score
44
High End
Earnings $18,762/yr (9% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$19K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,962
6.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$18,334
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

See the full career breakdown for Cosmetology — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Denmark College and 1094 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 43/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Cosmetology at Denmark College?
At 43/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Are there apprenticeship options for Cosmetology?
The DOL recognizes 5 apprenticeship pathways related to Cosmetology. For students weighing Denmark College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
What's the job market like for Cosmetology from Denmark College?
Job availability for Cosmetology is strong — 145,700 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Denmark College graduates specifically, local market conditions in IN may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →