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Milan Institute-Visalia
Visalia, California · Private for-profit career college
Address: 6500 S. Mooney Blvd., Visalia, CA 93277 · Phone: (559) 684-3900 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Milan Institute-Visalia is a private for-profit trade school in Visalia, California offering cosmetology, esthetician, and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Milan Institute-Visalia has a 50.7% completion rate versus a 64.2% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,124 and median earnings of $32,493 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Milan Institute-Visalia is reported at $29,148, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 73.7% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $35,360 | $38,660 | $49,030 |
| Skincare specialists | $34,650 | $38,770 | $54,110 |
| Medical assistants | $39,290 | $49,660 | $61,870 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $34,840 | $36,630 | $39,590 |
| Dental assistants | $38,790 | $50,110 | $60,670 |
| Massage therapists | $34,320 | $45,970 | $64,130 |
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, 1–2 years | 108 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 77 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 38 | $22,778 | $24,638 | $8,082 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 24 | $23,848 | $21,312 | $8,919 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $17,412 | $16,549 | $7,690 |
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-Visalia is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Visalia, California. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for their education. The campus awards six program families, most commonly cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and medical assistant programs, based on the most recent completer data.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 50.7%, which is below the state average of 64.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,124, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,493. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,148, and 73.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid. Enrollment is 635 undergraduates, with 295 recent trade completers.
This campus appears geared toward students seeking hands-on, licensure-track training in cosmetology, esthetics, and medical assisting rather than long-form associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers considering enrollment should independently verify accreditation status with the Council on Occupational Education and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling, since some data points such as licensure requirements and placement rates are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Milan Institute-Visalia offers six program families, most notably cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and medical assistant programs, along with nail tech, dental assistant, and massage therapy programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.7%, which is below the California state average of 64.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,124, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $32,493.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $29,148.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Milan Institute-Visalia is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and typical debt loads compared to public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (559) 684-3900 or visit its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?112288.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The listed programs, such as cosmetology, esthetics, and medical assisting, are commonly structured as shorter, career-focused training, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensure requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm which state licenses or certifications apply to each program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Milan Institute-Visalia at (559) 684-3900 or through its website, https://www.milaninstitute.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools is not included in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?112288 to compare completion, cost, and earnings figures across institutions.
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.