Cosmetology at Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics

New York, NY · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a smaller institution with 244 students in New York, NY.

Program Analysis

At $21,516 per year, Cosmetology graduates from Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics earn slightly above the $17,289 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

AI risk is moderate — 24% task exposure — and the 19% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Cosmetology graduates.

The median debt load of $5,846 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

Ranked #298 out of 1,095 programs, Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics's Cosmetology offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $21,516 to $26,625 shows 24% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

With 5 registered apprenticeships mapped to Cosmetology, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

44 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
41
Low End
44
Score
45
High End
Earnings $21,516/yr (24% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$277K
5.5% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$5,846
3.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$26,625
24% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Cosmetology graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Personal service managers, all other $61,340 +6.5% 48%
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance $50,280 +8.1% 66%
First-line supervisors of personal service workers $47,080 +6.7% 59%
Personal service managers, all other
$61,340
+6.5% growth 48% AI-proof
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50,280
+8.1% growth 66% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of personal service workers
$47,080
+6.7% growth 59% AI-proof

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Cosmetology Career Guide

From day-one roles to senior positions, Cosmetology careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering personal services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics's Cosmetology program score?
At 44/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
How affordable is Cosmetology at Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics?
At $5,846 in median debt, Cosmetology graduates from Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics carry minimal financial burden. The debt-to-income ratio of 0.3x is well below the trade program average.
Can I learn Cosmetology through an apprenticeship instead of Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics?
Yes — 5 registered apprenticeship programs are mapped to Cosmetology career paths, including Barber. Apprenticeships offer paid on-the-job training as an alternative or complement to a program at Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics.
Is there demand for Cosmetology workers?
Job availability for Cosmetology is strong — 145,700 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics graduates specifically, local market conditions in NY may shift the picture.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →