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Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Vacaville
Vacaville, California · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1679 E Monte Vista Ave, Vacaville, CA 95688 · Phone: (707) 425-2288 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Feb 2024 · Monitoring · National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Vacaville is a private for-profit trade school in Vacaville, California, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 56.5% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $22,378 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Vacaville is $28,312; the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and 67.0% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Barbers | $35,900 | $38,380 | $44,790 |
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 | 77 | $15,295 | $14,233 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 30 | $15,295 | $14,233 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | $15,295 | $14,233 | $6,333 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | $15,295 | $14,233 | $6,333 |
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
Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Vacaville is a private for-profit trade school located in Vacaville, California. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning eligible students can use FAFSA, loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus awards programs mainly in esthetician training, cosmetology, and nail technology, with esthetician programs making up the largest share of completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 56.5%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,378. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $28,312, and 67.0% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need. These figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and should be reviewed directly for the most current data.
This campus may suit students interested in short, hands-on beauty and personal-care programs such as cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology, rather than multi-year associate degrees. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on program length and schedule details, which are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and the College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Vacaville offers esthetician, cosmetology, nail technician, and barber programs. Esthetician training is the largest program by completions, followed by cosmetology and nail technology.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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 financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, federal loans, 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 56.5%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%, per the College Scorecard.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $6,333 per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,378, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $28,312.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school. For-profit control can affect tuition levels, financial aid packaging, and program outcomes, so comparing debt and earnings figures to similar schools is worthwhile.
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 (707) 425-2288 or via its website for schedule and length details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?454546.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for career-changers depends on program length and schedule flexibility, which are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school or your state's cosmetology board for licensing details tied to esthetician, cosmetology, or nail technician programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the campus by phone at (707) 425-2288 or visit https://www.milaninstitute.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons with nearby schools are not reported in this data; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across similar programs in the area.
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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.