Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College in Valdosta, GA

Personal & Culinary Services CERTIFICATE CIP 12.0401

Total Graduates

190

Class of 2025

Male Graduates

8 of 190

Female Graduates

96%

182 of 190

Annual Tuition & Fees

$3,480

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. credential during the 2025 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. A cohort of this size usually signals a well-established, in-demand offering with a steady annual pipeline of graduates. The gender split is based on completers in this single award year and can shift meaningfully year to year — especially in smaller cohorts — so read the percentages as a recent snapshot rather than a fixed property of the program. The $3,480 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Wiregrass Georgia Technical College's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 12.0401

Program Family Personal & Culinary Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 190 graduates

Award Year 2025

Gender Distribution 4% male, 96% female

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists

Average Starting Salary

$35,790

10-Year Job Growth

+5.6%

Career Readiness Score

70/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists SOC: 39-5012	$28,632	+5.6%	75%	primary100% confidence
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance SOC: 39-5091	$77,720	+8.1%	75%	primary100% confidence
Manicurists and Pedicurists SOC: 39-5092	$28,608	+7%	0%	primary100% confidence
Shampooers SOC: 39-5093	$26,080	+5.5%	0%	primary100% confidence
Skincare Specialists SOC: 39-5094	$36,264	+6.7%	75%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$26,843

Peak Salary

$44,738

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (3)

● Active Listening

● Speaking

● Service Orientation

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

Location Valdosta, GA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $3,480

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,048

Average Net Price $2,000

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Program Information

CIP Code: 12.0401

CIP Family: 12

IPEDS ID: