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Tri-State Cosmetology Institute
El Paso, Texas · Private for-profit career college
Address: 1120 Vista de Oro Dr, El Paso, TX 79935 · Phone: (915) 533-8274 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is a private for-profit trade school in El Paso, TX offering esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute has an 88.5% completion rate, above the 63.5% state average, with median graduate debt of $5,735 and median earnings of $18,157 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is $21,586, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV, and 66.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skincare specialists | $27,390 | $49,250 | $68,780 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $23,580 | $30,680 | $47,180 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $18,950 | $34,040 | $38,900 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Texas (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 51 | $11,743 | $13,070 | $5,440 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 43 | $11,743 | $13,070 | $5,440 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | $11,743 | $13,070 | $5,440 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute is a private for-profit trade school located in El Paso, Texas. It is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students may use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus's top programs are esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools, reflecting its focus on personal care and beauty trades.
Federal data show a completion rate of 88.5%, which is above the state average of 63.5%. Graduates carry a median debt of $5,735, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $18,157. The annual cost of attendance is $21,586, and 66.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body relies on need-based aid.
This campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in beauty and personal care trades rather than a multi-year associate degree path, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Tri-State Cosmetology Institute offers esthetician schools, cosmetology schools, and nail technician schools as its top programs, totaling three program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 88.5%, which is above the Texas state average of 63.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $5,735, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $18,157, according to federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $21,586 per year.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which typically means it operates for institutional profit and may charge different tuition rates than public institutions; students should compare costs and outcomes accordingly.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (915) 533-8274 or via its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?402800.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's programs are in esthetician, cosmetology, and nail technician fields, which are typically shorter career-training programs, but specific scheduling and format details for career changers are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school or Texas's cosmetology licensing board for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Tri-State Cosmetology Institute at (915) 533-8274 or visit https://tristatecosmetology.com/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data; you can look up other El Paso trade schools on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?402800.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.