Cosmetology at Milan Institute-Clovis

Clovis, CA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services

with a smaller student body of 569 in Clovis, CA.

Program Analysis

At $13,386 per year, Cosmetology graduates from Milan Institute-Clovis earn below the $17,289 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

The 40% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Cosmetology career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

The median debt load of $6,333 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

A #975 ranking among 1,095 Cosmetology programs places Milan Institute-Clovis in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $13,386-to-$23,012 earnings arc over five years reflects a 72% 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.

41 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
38
Low End
41
Score
42
High End
Earnings $13,386/yr (-23% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (76% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (145,700 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$235K
12.0% 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.

Median Debt at Graduation
$6,333
5.7 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$23,012
72% 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

What does a 41/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Cosmetology at Milan Institute-Clovis?
This program scores 41/100 — on the lower end for Cosmetology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Is Milan Institute-Clovis a good choice for Cosmetology despite lower starting pay?
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.
Are there apprenticeship options for Cosmetology?
The DOL recognizes 5 apprenticeship pathways related to Cosmetology. For students weighing Milan Institute-Clovis's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
How sensitive is Cosmetology to AI disruption?
Our model shows a 40% gap between best and worst-case decade earnings. AI is unlikely to eliminate Cosmetology careers, but it could reduce positions in some specializations.
What's the job market like for Cosmetology from Milan Institute-Clovis?
The very large job market (145,700 annual openings) works in favor of Cosmetology graduates. The national outlook is driven by consistent replacement demand and industry growth, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →