Cosmetology at Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster

Westminster, CO · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

with a smaller student body of 115 in Westminster, CO.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster's Cosmetology program earn $27,005/yr in their first year — 56% above the $17,289 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Cosmetology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

At $6,333 in median debt against $27,005 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance quickly — a hallmark of affordable trade programs.

At #86 of 1,095 programs, this Cosmetology program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

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

48 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
44
Low End
48
Score
49
High End
Earnings $27,005/yr (56% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$27K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Median Debt at Graduation
$6,333
2.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$17,028
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

What can you do with a Cosmetology credential from Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster? 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 Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster?
A score of 48/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Cosmetology. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
How affordable is Cosmetology at Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster?
Median debt of just $6,333 against $27,005/yr in starting salary means graduates can clear their loans in under 3 months. This is one of the more affordable paths in our dataset.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology graduates?
The DOL recognizes 5 apprenticeship pathways related to Cosmetology. For students weighing Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Will Cosmetology graduates from Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster find jobs?
Job availability for Cosmetology is strong — 145,700 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Elevate Salon Institute-Westminster graduates specifically, local market conditions in CO may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →