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Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology
Bowling Green, Kentucky · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1059 Shive Lane, Bowling Green, KY 42103 · Phone: (270) 796-3661 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Bowling Green, KY offering cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology has an 83.3% completion rate, above the state average of 55.5%, and median earnings 10 years after entry of $14,602, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology is $19,169, federal financial aid can be used here, and about 16.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,580 | $29,840 | $42,220 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (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 | 40 | $11,569 | $17,334 | $9,395 |
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
Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The school's main offering is cosmetology training, with cosmetology schools programs accounting for 40 of its completers.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 83.3%, which is above the state average of 55.5% for similar programs. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $14,602. The annual cost of attendance is $19,169. About 16.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking focused, single-track training in cosmetology in a small-city setting, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm scheduling, licensing requirements, and program length directly with the school. To verify accreditation and outcomes, prospective students can check the accreditor listed above or review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for this campus using the school's identifying information.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology offers cosmetology school programs, with 40 reported completers in this field.
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.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 83.3%, which is above the state average of 55.5%, according to 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; contact the school at (270) 796-3661 or check the College Scorecard link for more information.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $14,602 per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $19,169.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public 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 to confirm scheduling 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 outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?461722.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a single focused cosmetology program with a completion rate above the state average, but specific fit for career changers, such as scheduling flexibility, is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing a cosmetology program are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly or check Kentucky state licensing boards for cosmetology requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Lindsey Institute of Cosmetology by phone at (270) 796-3661 or visit their website at https://www.lindseyinstitute.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby cosmetology schools is not reported in federal data; you can check the College Scorecard to compare similar campuses in Kentucky.
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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.