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Vski Cosmetology School
Charleston, South Carolina · Private non-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 2070 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, SC 29407 · Phone: (843) 203-0000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Vski Cosmetology School is a private non-profit trade school in Charleston, SC offering esthetician and cosmetology programs, accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Vski Cosmetology School has an 80.0% completion rate, above the South Carolina state average of 52.0%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Vski Cosmetology School is $15,170, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. About 26.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $22,530 | $39,670 | $58,430 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $21,340 | $33,700 | $56,770 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in South Carolina (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 | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Vski Cosmetology School is a private non-profit trade school located in Charleston, South Carolina. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used to attend. The campus awards credentials primarily in two program families: esthetician schools (23 completers) and cosmetology schools (12 completers).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.0%, which is above the South Carolina state average of 52.0%. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $15,170, and 26.2% of students receive Pell Grants, an indicator of the share of lower-income students enrolled.
With an undergraduate enrollment of 31 students in a midsize city setting, this campus is structured around two focused beauty-industry program families rather than broad general education, which may suit students seeking a direct path into esthetics or cosmetology work. Whether the program length and schedule fit a career changer's needs is not detailed in this data; prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and review updated outcome figures, check the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences directly and consult the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Vski Cosmetology School offers esthetician programs (23 completers) and cosmetology programs (12 completers), two program families in total.
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 financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used to attend.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.0%, which is above the South Carolina state average of 52.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (843) 203-0000 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $15,170, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Vski Cosmetology School is a private non-profit institution, which typically means it is organized around its educational mission rather than shareholder profit.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in this data; contact the school directly at (843) 203-0000 or via its website for current schedule 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 at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?493770.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a small, focused campus (31 students) with a completion rate above the state average, but program length and schedule details needed to assess career-changer fit are not reported; contact the school to ask directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not detailed in this federal data; contact the school for information on state licensing for esthetics or cosmetology.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Vski Cosmetology School at (843) 203-0000 or visit https://www.vskicosmetology.com/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This data does not include comparisons with other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?493770 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.