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International College of Cosmetology
Oakland, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 3701 International Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94601 · Phone: (510) 261-8256 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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International College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Oakland, CA offering nail technician, cosmetology, and esthetician programs.
Federal outcome data on completion rate versus the state average, graduate debt, and earnings is not reported for this campus, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance and Pell Grant share are not reported in federal data for International College of Cosmetology, but federal financial aid can be used at this school.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in California (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 | 110 | $20,832 | $18,771 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | $20,832 | $18,771 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $20,832 | $18,771 | not reported |
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
International College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Oakland, California. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus since it participates in Title IV programs. The school's accreditation status was not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database, so applicants should confirm current accreditation directly with the school. The campus awards credentials primarily in nail technician training, cosmetology, and esthetician programs, based on federal completion data.
Among the numbers reported: the campus had 146 trade program completers, with nail technician programs accounting for the largest share (110), followed by cosmetology (21) and esthetician programs (15). The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 64.2%, though this campus's own completion rate compared to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused programs in nail technology, cosmetology, or esthetics rather than multi-year associate degrees, though program length itself is not specified in the available data. Career changers and adults should independently verify schedule format, program duration, and licensing requirements directly with the school. Anyone considering enrollment should verify accreditation status and review official outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before making a decision.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
International College of Cosmetology offers nail technician, cosmetology, and esthetician programs. Nail technician training has the highest number of completers (110), followed by cosmetology (21) and esthetician programs (15).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
This school's accreditation status was not found in the Department of Education's DAPIP database. Contact the school directly at (510) 261-8256 or visit its website to confirm current accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion rate for comparable programs is 64.2%, but this campus's completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link for updates or contact the school directly.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (510) 261-8256 for current tuition information.
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 costs and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to ask about program duration for nail technician, cosmetology, or esthetician training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461175 or contact the school directly to verify accreditation and outcomes.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not specified in this data. Contact the school or your state's cosmetology board to learn about required licenses for nail technicians, cosmetologists, or estheticians.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach International College of Cosmetology by phone at (510) 261-8256 or through its website at https://www.icoc.edu/sp/.
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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.