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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Rockford
Rockford, Illinois · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 5485 E State St, Rockford, IL 61108 · Phone: (630) 528-3330 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Rockford is a private for-profit trade school in Rockford, 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 77.8% completion rate, above the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $7,307 and median earnings of $25,109 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Rockford is $25,208, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 60.7% 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 | 72 | $18,302 | $18,666 | $7,307 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $18,302 | $18,666 | $7,307 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $18,302 | $18,666 | $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-Rockford is a private for-profit trade school located in Rockford, Illinois. It 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 campus awards programs mainly in esthetician schools and cosmetology schools, with esthetician programs (72 completers) making up the largest share, followed by cosmetology (26 completers).
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 77.8%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,307, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,109. The annual cost of attendance is $25,208, and 60.7% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income students are served.
This campus, located in a midsize city, appears geared toward students pursuing focused, hands-on training in esthetics and cosmetology rather than long, multi-year associate degree programs, based on the program families listed. Whether this fits an adult career-changer's specific circumstances depends on factors not reported for this campus in federal data, such as program length and schedule flexibility. 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 current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers esthetician school and cosmetology school programs, with esthetician programs enrolling the most completers (72), followed by cosmetology (26).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, with a current status of 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 77.8%, which is above the Illinois state average of 58.4%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,307, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $25,109, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $25,208, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically differs from public or non-profit schools in tuition structure and ownership; students should factor this into cost comparisons.
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 via its website to confirm.
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 review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455008.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career-changers depends on factors such as schedule and program length that are not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school to discuss their situation.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing esthetician or cosmetology programs are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or Illinois licensing board to confirm.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (630) 528-3330 or visit its website at https://www.tricociuniversity.edu/ to learn about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard to compare individual schools 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.