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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville
Libertyville, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 751 E Park Ave, Libertyville, IL 60048 · Phone: (630) 528-3330 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville is a private for-profit trade school in Libertyville, IL offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville has an 84.2% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,307 and median earnings of $35,650 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville is $26,542, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 53.2% 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 |
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 | 92 | $19,581 | $15,805 | $9,000 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | $19,581 | $15,805 | $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-Libertyville is a private for-profit trade school in Libertyville, Illinois, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus awards credentials mainly in two program families: esthetician schools, with 92 completions, and cosmetology schools, with 42 completions.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 84.2%, above the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,307, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,650. Annual cost of attendance is reported at $26,542, and 53.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income students enroll here.
This campus may suit students seeking focused training in esthetics or cosmetology rather than a broad academic degree, though program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data, so fit for adult career-changers cannot be inferred beyond the program families offered. Enrollment is small, with 162 undergraduates and 134 trade completers reported. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling. Contacting the school directly is recommended for details on tuition, schedules, and licensing requirements not captured in federal reporting.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician schools and cosmetology schools programs, with 92 and 42 completions respectively reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school 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, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 84.2%, which is above 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 10 years after entry are $35,650, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported as $26,542.
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 typically means it relies more heavily on tuition revenue and federal aid than public institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (630) 528-3330 or visit its website for specifics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and check outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455886.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows short, focused program families in esthetics and cosmetology, but program length and format are not reported, so fit for career-changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly for details.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school or Illinois state licensing boards for cosmetology and esthetics requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school at (630) 528-3330 or visit 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 in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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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.