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State College of Beauty Culture Inc
Wausau, Wisconsin · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 1930 Grand Avenue, Wausau, WI 54403 · Phone: (715) 845-2888 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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State College of Beauty Culture Inc is a private for-profit trade school in Wausau, WI offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
State College of Beauty Culture Inc has a 90.0% completion rate versus a 62.8% state average, with median graduate debt of $5,606 and median earnings of $28,037 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at State College of Beauty Culture Inc is $21,652, federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 38.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,830 | $46,220 | $59,660 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,790 | $36,230 | $47,060 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $20,950 | $36,680 | $45,750 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Wisconsin (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 | 21 | not reported | $19,358 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | $19,358 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 14 | not reported | $19,358 | not reported |
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
State College of Beauty Culture Inc is a private for-profit trade school located in Wausau, Wisconsin, a small city setting. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. Its most common programs are esthetician schools (21 completers), cosmetology schools (14 completers), and nail technician schools (14 completers), for a total of three program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 90.0%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,606, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,037. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,652, and 38.4% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a substantial share of lower-income enrollment.
This campus centers on short, hands-on beauty and personal-care programs rather than multi-year associate degrees, which may suit students seeking a faster path into a licensed trade, including adult career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since figures can change year to year and this summary reflects only the most recent reported data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
State College of Beauty Culture Inc offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, three program families in total. Esthetician programs have the most completers (21), followed by cosmetology and nail technician programs (14 each).
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 students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 90.0%, which is above the Wisconsin state average of 62.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is reported at $5,606.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $28,037.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is reported at $21,652.
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 pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions; students should weigh cost against reported outcomes.
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 (715) 845-2888 or via its website to confirm program durations.
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 federal outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided scorecard link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's programs are in short, hands-on beauty and personal-care fields, which may appeal to adult career-changers seeking quicker entry into licensed work, though specific scheduling details are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact State College of Beauty Culture Inc by phone at (715) 845-2888 or visit its website at https://www.statecollegeofbeauty.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide direct comparisons to nearby schools; prospective students can use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across 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.