Cosmetology at Larry's Barber College-Joliet

Joliet, IL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

a smaller institution with 22 students in Joliet, IL.

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $12,461 place Larry's Barber College-Joliet below the $17,289 national median for Cosmetology — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Cosmetology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

With first-year pay of $12,461 far exceeding the $3,481 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #1064 ranking among 1,095 Cosmetology programs places Larry's Barber College-Joliet in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

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

41 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
37
Low End
41
Score
42
High End
Earnings $12,461/yr (-28% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Year 1 Earnings
$12K
Reported median after graduation
Viable Career Paths
8 of 8
Occupations with strong AI resilience
Median Debt at Graduation
$3,481
3.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$9,828
Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 41/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Cosmetology at Larry's Barber College-Joliet?
At 41/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Cosmetology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
How affordable is Cosmetology at Larry's Barber College-Joliet?
Median debt of just $3,481 against $12,461/yr in starting salary means graduates can clear their loans in under 3 months. This is one of the more affordable paths in our dataset.
Why are Cosmetology earnings lower at Larry's Barber College-Joliet?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Cosmetology graduates?
Beyond Larry's Barber College-Joliet's classroom route, 5 registered apprenticeships map to Cosmetology careers — including Barber. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Will Cosmetology graduates from Larry's Barber College-Joliet find jobs?
At 145,700 annual openings, Cosmetology has a very large employment base. Larry's Barber College-Joliet graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →