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G Skin & Beauty Institute
Oakbrook, Illinois · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1200 Harger Road, Suite 100, Oakbrook, IL 60523 · Phone: (815) 786-7266 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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G Skin & Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Oakbrook, IL offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, G Skin & Beauty Institute has a 55.8% completion rate, near the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $7,917 and median earnings of $32,281 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at G Skin & Beauty Institute is $28,826, and federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, with 61.0% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $45,330 | $47,360 |
| 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, 300–899 hours | 282 | $20,790 | $22,040 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | $20,790 | $22,040 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $20,790 | $22,040 | $7,917 |
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
G Skin & Beauty Institute is a private for-profit trade school in Oakbrook, IL, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus's top programs are esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician training accounting for the majority of enrollment.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 55.8%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,281. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $28,826, and 61.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of students with financial need. Any figures not listed here are not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on esthetician or cosmetology training rather than multi-year associate degree programs; program length itself is not detailed in the data provided. Career changers should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school, since these details are not present in the dataset. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the school's listing with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard entry linked for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
G Skin & Beauty Institute offers esthetician schools and cosmetology schools programs, with esthetician training making up the bulk of its 294 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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 financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here. About 61.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 55.8%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%, according to federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $7,917, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,281.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $28,826, according to federal data.
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 typical debt loads compared to public institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported outcomes.
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) 786-7266 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?407090.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not directly address career-changer fit; program length and scheduling details are not reported, so interested applicants should contact the school to confirm whether the format suits working adults.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or your state's cosmetology board for specific licensing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach G Skin & Beauty Institute at (815) 786-7266 or through its website, https://www.gskinbeautyinstitute.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across schools.
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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.