Hollywood Institute
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. strong 75% graduation rate; 57% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Hollywood Institute is a private for-profit institution located in Margate, Florida with approximately 215 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $18,466 per year. The graduation rate is 75%, and the typical graduate earns $23,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
Students drawn to cosmetology or esthetics programs in South Florida who want a focused, vocational path may find this small school worth a closer look — but the financial picture deserves careful thought before committing. On the positive side, the median debt at graduation is a remarkably low $6,038, which is well below average for private institutions, and the 75% graduation rate suggests most students who start here do finish. The concern is the median earnings figure: at $23,700 ten years after enrollment, graduates are earning below a living wage in most parts of Florida, which means even modest student debt can feel heavy on that income. At $18,466 per year in net costs, families should run the numbers honestly and ask whether the credential earned here opens doors that a less expensive community college program wouldn't. My practical advice: before applying, talk to recent graduates working in the field locally and compare this program directly against Florida's community college cosmetology offerings, which may deliver similar career outcomes at a fraction of the cost.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 36% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (215 undergraduates).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hollywood Institute cost?
The average net price at Hollywood Institute is about $18,466 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Hollywood Institute?
Hollywood Institute has a graduation rate of 75%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
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