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PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow
Glasgow, Kentucky · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 920 Happy Valley Road, Glasgow, KY 42141 · Phone: (317) 846-6444 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow is a private for-profit trade school in Glasgow, Kentucky offering cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow has a 66.7% completion rate, above the 55.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $14,042 and median earnings of $18,537 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow is $33,168, and the school accepts federal financial aid including Pell Grants, which about 64.1% of students receive.
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 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,340 | $38,580 | $46,280 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $31,480 | $45,310 | $47,670 |
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 | 24 | $17,502 | $17,745 | $15,286 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | $17,502 | $17,745 | $15,286 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | $17,502 | $17,745 | $15,286 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $17,502 | $17,745 | $15,286 |
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
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow is a private for-profit trade school located in Glasgow, Kentucky, in a distant-town locale. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The school offers four programs across cosmetology, esthetician, and nail technician training, with cosmetology schools (25 completers), esthetician schools (5 completers), and nail technician schools (4 completers) representing its top programs.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 66.7%, which is above the state average of 55.5%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $14,042, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $18,537. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $33,168. About 64.1% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment. Enrollment stood at 44 undergraduates with 34 trade completers reported.
This campus appears geared toward students pursuing shorter, hands-on programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit career changers seeking a defined credential path. Prospective students should independently verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling. Any figures not listed above, such as specific program lengths or job placement details, are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed directly with the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow offers programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology, with cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and nail technician schools as its top programs. In total, the campus has four programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus is Title IV eligible, so students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 64.1% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 66.7%, which is above the Kentucky state average of 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $14,042, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $18,537, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $33,168.
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 levels, financial aid packaging, and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (317) 846-6444 or visit gotopjs.com for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?156754.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers short, hands-on programs in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology rather than multi-year degrees, which may suit those seeking a defined credential path, though specific fit should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact PJ's College of Cosmetology-Glasgow at (317) 846-6444 or through its website, gotopjs.com.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard for nearby institutions offering similar programs.
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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.