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Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Nova Academy of Cosmetology

Rochester, MN · Private for-profit · Certificate

with a smaller student body of 174 in Rochester, MN.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $25,754 put Nova Academy of Cosmetology's Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services program 49% above the national median of $17,289 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

Some AI exposure exists in Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services's career paths, with 24% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 0% gap from the optimistic case.

With first-year pay of $25,754 far exceeding the $8,467 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

Ranked #99 of 1,095 programs, Nova Academy of Cosmetology's Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services program falls in the top 10%, outperforming most peers on financial outcomes.

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

47 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
43
Low End
47
Score
48
High End
Earnings $25,754/yr (49% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$26K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Median Debt at Graduation
$8,467
3.9 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$23,889
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services 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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About Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Careers

Your day will be hands-on, creative, and social. You might spend it behind the chair with scissors and foils, transforming a client’s style, or at a dedicated station, meticulously performing manicures. Others find their niche in quiet spa rooms, providing facials and expert skincare advice. The work is built on direct interaction and trust, turning first-time customers into loyal regulars.

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Compare & Explore

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services Overview

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Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services at Other Schools

Saint Paul College ($32,987) Florida State College at Jacksonville ($29,668) The Salon Professional Academy-Fargo ($29,330) The Hair Academy ($29,327) The Esthetic Institute ($29,301) Josef's School of Hair Skin & Body-Grand Forks ($28,331) Josef's School of Hair Skin & Body-Fargo ($28,331) Summit Salon Academy Kansas City ($27,878)

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nova Academy of Cosmetology's Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services program score?
At 47/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Can I learn Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services through an apprenticeship instead?
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services connects to 5 apprenticeship pathways. These DOL-registered programs combine structured training with paid employment — a strong alternative for students who prefer hands-on learning over classroom instruction.
Is there demand for Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services workers?
The career paths mapped to Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services have roughly 145,700 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Trade careers in this field benefit from consistent replacement demand as workers retire.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →