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Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling
Sterling, Illinois · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 211 E Third St, Sterling, IL 61081 · Phone: (815) 625-0247 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling is a private for-profit trade school in Sterling, Illinois, offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling has a 59.3% completion rate, near the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $9,833 and median earnings of $21,463 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling is $16,377, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 61.9% of students receive 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 |
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 | 12 | $17,414 | $15,182 | $9,833 |
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
Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling is a private for-profit trade school in Sterling, Illinois, located in a distant-town setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants. The school's main program family is cosmetology, with Cosmetology schools (12 completers) as its top program among an undergraduate enrollment of 59.
Federal data show a completion rate of 59.3%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $9,833, and median earnings 10 years after entry were $21,463. The annual cost of attendance is reported at $16,377, and 61.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enroll here.
This campus appears geared toward students pursuing a focused cosmetology credential rather than a multi-year associate degree, which may suit adults changing careers who want a single-field, career-focused program; program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology programs, with Cosmetology schools listed as its top program (12 completers) among one program family overall.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 59.3%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $9,833, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $21,463, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $16,377.
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, ownership structure, and how it is regulated compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (815) 625-0247 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?149204.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single-field cosmetology focus and near-average completion rate may suit adults seeking a focused career credential, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data; check with the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school at (815) 625-0247 or visit https://www.educatorsofbeauty.com/ for current licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (815) 625-0247 or visit its website at https://www.educatorsofbeauty.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion, debt, and earnings figures across 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.