Largest Programs Information

The following table shows the 2024 tuition & fees of the largest programs at Palomar Institute of Cosmetology with program length and completion time.
2024 Tuition & Fees of Largest Programs at Palomar Institute of Cosmetology
ProgramTuition & FeesBooks & Supplies CostsProgram LengthAverage Completion TimeNational Average (in Vocational schools)
1Cosmetology/Cosmetologist $16,800$3,1951200 Contact Hours9 Months $16,042
2Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist $8,375$1,595600 Contact Hours5 Months $9,978
3Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist $3,863$1,132400 Contact Hours3 Months $5,356

Tuition & Fees Trends Chart

The following chart shows the changes of tuition and books & supplies costs over the past 5 years. The cost is for the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program which is the largest program at Palomar Institute of Cosmetology.

2024 Living Costs

The 2024 average living costs is $24,911 including room & board and other living expenses. The living cost at Palomar Institute of Cosmetologyhas increased by 13.15% from last year.
The following table and chart show the 2024 living costs and the cost trends over last 5 years at Palomar Institute of Cosmetology.
Living Costs Trends
Palomar Institute of Cosmetology 2024 Living Costs
(Off-Campus Living)
YearRoom & BoardOther Expenses
2020$19,274$6,739
2021$21,183$5,923
2022$22,046$6,084
2023$17,290$4,725
2024$18,891$6,020
Living Costs Trends Chart