Sierra College of Beauty
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 61% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Sierra College of Beauty is a private for-profit institution located in Merced, California with approximately 245 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $11,519 per year. Typical graduates earn $19,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: while the net price of $11,519/year is relatively modest for a vocational program, graduates earn a median of just $19,300 a decade after enrolling — a figure that raises real questions about return on investment, especially if you're taking on any debt to attend. This is a small, focused school best suited for someone committed to a cosmetology career in the Central Valley who has a clear plan to build a local clientele quickly. Before enrolling, ask directly about job placement rates and how long it typically takes graduates to build sustainable income in the Merced area.
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Cost & Financial Aid
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After Graduation
Will This School Pay Off?
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 (245 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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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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