The Esthetic Institute
Vienna, Virginia · Private, for-profit · 66 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Virginia high-school graduate (about $36,613/yr).
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $21,192 |
| $30k to $48k | $22,182 |
| $48k to $75k | $22,472 |
| $75k to $110k | $24,316 |
| $110k and up | $25,235 |
| All families (average) | $22,147 |
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 | $38,044 | +$1,431 | clears the bar | $6,333 | 4.4 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 29% of students receive Pell grants · 88% 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.