Trade and career programs at John Amico School of Hair Design
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 100 | $21,636 | $24,132 | $7,917 |
John Amico School of Hair Design cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $18,791 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $32,993 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,598 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $25,598 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $25,598 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | Not reported |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 72% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 100% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $31,831 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $9,833 in federal student loans.
- 61% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.
Frequently asked questions
How much does John Amico School of Hair Design cost?
Tuition and fees are $18,791 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $25,598 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at John Amico School of Hair Design?
72% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do John Amico School of Hair Design graduates earn?
Cosmetology and barbering certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $21,636 one year after finishing.
Is John Amico School of Hair Design accredited?
John Amico School of Hair Design is accredited by National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- DeVry University-Illinois, Lisle: $15,992 a year
- College of Lake County, Grayslake: $4,901 a year
- William Rainey Harper College, Palatine: $4,038 a year
- Joliet Junior College, Joliet: $4,530 a year
- Moraine Valley Community College, Palos Hills: $3,942 a year
- Triton College, River Grove: $5,340 a year
More: all trade schools in Illinois · John Amico School of Hair Design on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.