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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Bridgeview
Bridgeview, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 7350 W 87th St, Bridgeview, IL 60455 · Phone: (630) 528-3330 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Bridgeview is a private for-profit trade school in Bridgeview, Illinois, offering esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 66.7% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,307 and median earnings of $25,671 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Bridgeview is $24,121, federal financial aid is accepted, and 65.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $31,200 | $45,330 | $47,360 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Barbers | $31,460 | $65,430 | $71,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (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 | 221 | $18,021 | $18,680 | $7,307 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 60 | $18,021 | $18,680 | $7,307 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 10 | $18,021 | $18,680 | $7,307 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | $18,021 | $18,680 | $7,307 |
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
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Bridgeview is a private for-profit trade school located in Bridgeview, Illinois, a large suburb. The campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The school's most common programs are esthetician training, cosmetology, and barbering, with esthetician programs representing the largest share of completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 66.7%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4% for comparable programs. Graduates who took out federal loans carried a median debt of $7,307. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after enrollment were reported at $25,671. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,121, and 65.8% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in beauty and personal-care trades such as esthetics, cosmetology, or barbering, rather than a multi-year academic degree. Because program lengths are not detailed in the data provided, prospective students should contact the school directly to confirm program duration and schedule fit for adult or career-changer needs. To verify accreditation status and review updated federal outcome data, prospective students can check with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences or consult the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers esthetician, cosmetology, and barber programs, with esthetician training being the most completed program (221 completers). In total, the school reports 4 program offerings across these trade families.
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 campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 66.7%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4% for similar programs.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median federal loan debt of $7,307, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $25,671.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,121.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can mean different tuition structures and outcomes compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported earnings and debt figures.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
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 via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455895.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or adult-learner accommodations, so this is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (630) 528-3330 for details on fit for career changers.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school or check Illinois state licensing boards for esthetician, cosmetology, or barber licensure requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (630) 528-3330 or visit their website at https://www.tricociuniversity.edu/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455895 to compare similar programs in the area.
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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.