Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia
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. 83% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia is a private for-profit institution located in Columbia, South Carolina with approximately 124 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $16,640 per year. Typical graduates earn $20,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: with median earnings of just $20,300 a decade after enrollment, graduates aren't bringing home much, though the relatively low median debt of $5,775 at least means you won't be buried in loans. The small, focused environment (124 students) suits hands-on cosmetology training well, and the net price of $16,640/year is manageable given the short program length. Worth considering if you're set on a cosmetology career in the Columbia area and plan to build income through clientele and tips over time — but go in with clear eyes about the earning ceiling.
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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 (124 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia
449 Saint Andrews Rd
Columbia, SC 29210
Official Links
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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.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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