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Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology
Dekalb, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 145 N. 3rd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115 · Phone: (815) 758-4045 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology is a private for-profit trade school in Dekalb, Illinois, offering cosmetology and esthetician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology has a 63.3% completion rate, near the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $7,917. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology is $16,026, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 23.2% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $45,330 | $47,360 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 18 | $19,806 | $17,343 | $7,573 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | $19,806 | $17,343 | $7,573 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | $19,806 | $17,343 | $7,573 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology is a private for-profit trade school located in Dekalb, Illinois, a small suburb. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school's most-awarded programs are cosmetology (21 completions) and esthetician training (14 completions), with three program families offered overall.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 63.3%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $16,026, and 23.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of financially eligible students attend.
This campus, with 99 undergraduate students and 35 trade completers, appears suited to students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or esthetics rather than a multi-year associate degree path. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on scheduling details not reported here; contact the school directly to confirm program length and format. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and outcomes directly through the accreditor and the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology and esthetician programs, with cosmetology (21 completions) and esthetician training (14 completions) being the most-awarded among its three program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants where eligible.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 63.3%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $16,026.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and the type of institutional oversight compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the federal data provided; contact the school at (815) 758-4045 or visit its website to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?484084.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program schedules or formats, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be confirmed from federal data; contact the school directly to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or Illinois's cosmetology licensing board for specifics.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (815) 758-4045 or through its website at https://www.debschool.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and debt across similar institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.