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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Chicago NE
Chicago, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 6458 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL 60626 · Phone: (630) 528-3330 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Chicago NE is a private for-profit trade school in Chicago, Illinois offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 52.9% completion rate, below the Illinois average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $7,307 and median earnings of $27,330 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Chicago NE is $25,167, and federal financial aid can be used here since it participates in Title IV, with 61.3% of students receiving 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 |
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 | 61 | $17,281 | $19,144 | $9,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 23 | $17,281 | $19,144 | $9,000 |
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-Chicago NE is a private for-profit trade school located in Chicago, Illinois. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus most commonly awards credentials in esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician programs (61 completers) outnumbering cosmetology programs (23 completers) among its roughly 160 undergraduate students.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 52.9%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,307, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,330. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,167, and 61.3% of students receive Pell Grants, suggesting a substantial share of the student body relies on need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking short, focused training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a multi-year degree, though program length itself is not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult learners and career changers considering this option should independently verify accreditation status through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, since some figures, such as specific program durations, are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician schools and cosmetology schools programs, with 61 esthetician completers and 23 cosmetology completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it 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 aid programs, and 61.3% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 52.9%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,307, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $27,330.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $25,167.
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 costs and eligibility for certain state aid programs compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (630) 528-3330 or visit its website for details.
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 College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?470393.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on esthetician and cosmetology training suggests it may suit those seeking hands-on career training, but specific fit for adult career changers is not detailed in federal data; contact the school to discuss your situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check Illinois state licensing boards for esthetician and cosmetology requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Chicago NE at (630) 528-3330 or through its website, https://www.tricociuniversity.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?470393 to compare programs directly.
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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.