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Nuvo College of Cosmetology
Norton Shores, Michigan · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 919 w Norton Ave, Norton Shores, MI 49441 · Phone: (231) 799-7500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Nuvo College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Norton Shores, Michigan, offering cosmetology programs and accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Nuvo College of Cosmetology has a 20.0% completion rate versus a 56.9% state average, with median graduate debt of $5,500 and median earnings of $18,159 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Nuvo College of Cosmetology is $23,615, federal financial aid can be used here, and about 34.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,960 | $34,820 | $60,590 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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 | 16 | $17,419 | not reported | $4,940 |
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
Nuvo College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in Norton Shores, Michigan. It 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 campus is focused on a single program family: cosmetology schools, which accounted for 16 of its recent completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 20.0%, which is below the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $5,500, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $18,159. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $23,615, and about 34.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of lower-income enrollment.
With undergraduate enrollment of 96 students in a small-city locale, this campus centers on a single cosmetology track rather than multiple trade families or associate degrees; program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling and format directly with the school. Career changers considering this path should weigh the below-average completion rate and reported earnings against the cost of attendance. To verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal figures, prospective students can check with NACCAS directly and consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard using the school's official page.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Nuvo College of Cosmetology offers cosmetology programs, with 16 recent completers in that field. This is the only program family reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), with a status of 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 students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 20.0%, compared to a Michigan state average of 56.9%, putting this campus below the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $5,500, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $18,159.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $23,615.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Nuvo College of Cosmetology is a private for-profit school, which typically affects tuition pricing and how federal aid data should be interpreted 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 at (231) 799-7500 or via its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through NACCAS and review federal outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?447980.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not report program length or format details needed to assess career-changer fit; applicants should ask the school directly about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school directly to learn about cosmetology licensing in Michigan.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Nuvo College of Cosmetology at (231) 799-7500 or through its website, https://www.tcbeautycollege.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby cosmetology schools is not reported in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare campuses directly.
Nearby trade and career schools in Michigan
- French Academy of CosmetologySpring Lake, MI · 75% completion
- The Salon Professional Academy of HollandHolland, MI · 81% completion
- Muskegon Community CollegeMuskegon, MI · 29% completion
- Ross Medical Education Center-Roosevelt ParkRoosevelt Park, MI · 71% completion
- West Shore Community CollegeScottville, MI · 27% completion
- West Michigan C.D.L., Inc.Grandville, MI
- Douglas J Aveda InstituteEast Lansing, MI · 83% completion
- Dorsey CollegeMadison Heights, MI · 54% completion
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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.