Cosmetology at Central Texas Beauty College-Temple

Temple, TX · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

with a smaller student body of 120 in Temple, TX.

Program Analysis

At $16,072/yr, Cosmetology graduates from Central Texas Beauty College-Temple land near the $17,289 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

The 38% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Cosmetology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

A #686 ranking among 1,095 Cosmetology programs places Central Texas Beauty College-Temple in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $16,072-to-$24,435 earnings arc over five years reflects a 52% gain — well above average career growth for trade school graduates.

The 5 apprenticeship pathways connected to Cosmetology reflect strong industry infrastructure for this trade. Apprenticeships typically lead to journeyman-level wages.

42 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
42
Score
43
High End
Earnings $16,072/yr (-7% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$269K
11.0% 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.

Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$24,435
52% 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

What can you do with a Cosmetology credential from Central Texas Beauty College-Temple? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Central Texas Beauty College-Temple's Cosmetology program score?
This program scores 42/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Can I learn Cosmetology through an apprenticeship instead of Central Texas Beauty College-Temple?
If Central Texas Beauty College-Temple's tuition gives you pause, consider that 5 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
What's the AI uncertainty for Cosmetology careers?
The 38% scenario spread reflects genuine uncertainty. Some career paths within Cosmetology are more exposed than others — the aggregate score blends resistant and vulnerable roles.
How many job openings are there for Cosmetology graduates?
At 145,700 annual openings, Cosmetology has a very large employment base. Central Texas Beauty College-Temple graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →