Cortiva Institute
Linthicum, Maryland · Private, for-profit · 225 undergraduates
Of 2 programs with reported earnings, 0 leave graduates out-earning a typical Maryland high-school graduate (about $37,571/yr) and 2 fall short.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $25,969 |
| $30k to $48k | $25,686 |
| $48k to $75k | $26,139 |
| $75k to $110k | $29,748 |
| $110k and up | $30,085 |
| All families (average) | $26,328 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $35,636 | -$1,935 | falls short | $6,967 | n/a |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $33,559 | -$4,012 | falls short | $7,917 | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 52% of students receive Pell grants · 70% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.