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Cosmetology at Nova College de Puerto Rico

Bayamon, PR · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a smaller institution with 156 students in Bayamon, PR.

Program Analysis

At $12,927 per year, Cosmetology graduates from Nova College de Puerto Rico earn below the $17,289 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

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 0% gap from the optimistic case.

Ranked #953 of 1,095 Cosmetology programs, Nova College de Puerto Rico falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.

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

41 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
41
Score
42
High End
Earnings $12,927/yr (-25% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$13K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$10,935
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 Nova College de Puerto Rico and 1094 other schools.

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Cosmetology Overview

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Cosmetology 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)

Other Majors at Nova College de Puerto Rico

Finance ($13,175)

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nova College de Puerto Rico's Cosmetology program score?
This program scores 41/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Why are Cosmetology earnings lower at Nova College de Puerto Rico?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Cosmetology program at Nova College de Puerto Rico?
The DOL recognizes 5 apprenticeship pathways related to Cosmetology. For students weighing Nova College de Puerto Rico's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Will Cosmetology graduates from Nova College de Puerto Rico find jobs?
The career paths mapped to Cosmetology have roughly 145,700 combined annual openings nationally, making this a very large job market. Demand is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →