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Total Transformation Institute of Cosmetology
San Marcos, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 907 Highway 80, San Marcos, TX 78666 · Phone: (512) 392-8862 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Total Transformation Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school in San Marcos, TX offering cosmetology, esthetician, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 72.7% completion rate versus a 63.5% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $7,917. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Total Transformation Institute of Cosmetology is $22,309, and federal financial aid can be used here since the school participates in Title IV programs. About 61.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Barbers | $28,340 | $30,760 | $37,160 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (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 | 29 | $19,161 | $14,442 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 22 | $19,161 | $14,442 | $7,917 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | $19,161 | $14,442 | $7,917 |
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
Total Transformation Institute of Cosmetology is a private for-profit trade school located in San Marcos, Texas, a small city setting. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) can be used here since the school participates in Title IV programs. Its programs award most frequently in cosmetology schools, esthetician schools, and barber schools, with cosmetology programs (29 completers) as the largest, followed by esthetician programs (22) and barber programs (3).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 72.7%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,309, and 61.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, with 112 total undergraduate enrollment and 54 trade completers reported, appears structured around cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering training rather than academic degree programs. Given the program families offered, it may suit students seeking hands-on personal-care career training rather than a multi-year associate degree path; specific program lengths are not reported here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status with NACCAS and review official outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, and confirm cost and schedule details directly with the school.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology programs (29 completers), esthetician programs (22 completers), and barber programs (3 completers).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.7%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,917 according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (512) 392-8862 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,309.
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 cost, aid eligibility, and institutional funding sources compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through NACCAS and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?483735.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering training may suit those seeking hands-on personal-care career training, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after program completion are not reported in this data; contact the school or check Texas state licensing boards for cosmetology, esthetics, and barbering.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Total Transformation Institute of Cosmetology by phone at (512) 392-8862 or visit https://ttioc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes 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.