La James College of Hairstyling and Cosmetology
Mason City, Iowa · Private, for-profit · 56 undergraduates
Of 1 programs with reported earnings, 0 leave graduates out-earning a typical Iowa high-school graduate (about $37,130/yr) and 1 fall short. Another 2 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $3,738 |
| $30k to $48k | $3,505 |
| $48k to $75k | $2,537 |
| $75k to $110k | $5,774 |
| $110k and up | $16,232 |
| All families (average) | $4,522 |
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 | $25,836 | -$11,294 | falls short | $8,000 | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 55% of students receive Pell grants · 76% 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.