Charleston Cosmetology Institute
Charleston Cosmetology Institute is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Charleston, SC. It offers 3 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1986 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Charleston Cosmetology Institute is Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and the 2024 tuition and fees is $19,500. Its tuition is higher than the national average of Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs ($16,042). The length of the program is 1,500 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 13 months.
The following table shows the 3 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Charleston Cosmetology Institute.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $19,500 | - | 1,500 Hours | 13 Months | $16,042 |
| 2 | Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | $5,150 | - | 450 Hours | 4 Months | $5,356 |
| 3 | Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | $12,995 | - | 600 Hours | 5 Months | $9,978 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 101 students attended Charleston Cosmetology Institute in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 2 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 7 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 10 (full-time) and 8 (part-time).
| Student Population | 101 |
|---|---|
| Number of Faculty | 9 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Charleston Cosmetology Institute is $19,500
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plansprepaid payment plan, tuition payment plan, including prepaid payment plan, tuition payment plan.
87% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $1,899 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $19,500 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $20,592 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $5,148 |
| Average Financial Amount | $1,899 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Charleston Cosmetology Institute offers 3 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 96 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 2 | 0 | 70 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 1 | 0 | 26 |
| Total | 3 | 0 | 96 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Charleston Cosmetology Institute are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 96 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 70 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 26 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 70 completers |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist | ✕ | 34 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist | ✕ | 36 |
| Total | 70 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 26 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 26 |
| Total | 26 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 101 students have enrolled into Charleston Cosmetology Institute. By gender, 1 male and 100 female students are attending the school.
There are 18 White (17.82%), 73 Black/African American (72.28%), 7 Hispanic (6.93%), and 10 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 101 | 1 | 100 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 73 | 1 | 72 |
| Hispanic | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 18 | 0 | 18 |
| Two More | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 8484 Dorchester Road, Charleston, SC
- 843-552-3670
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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