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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Garden Grove, CA

CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$16,399

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

41.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$20,125

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Garden Grove, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $16,399, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 41.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$32,798

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

N/A

Earnings below HS baseline

Annual Earnings Boost

-$9,875

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$131,548

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$230,298

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 42%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

Below-Baseline Earnings

Graduates of this institution earn below the national HS diploma median ($30k/yr). Individual outcomes vary significantly by program — check the Career Paths section below for field-specific earnings.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at CRU Institute of Cosmetology and Barbering is $9,833.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
48.8%
51.2%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
76.7%
White
9.3%
Asian
5.4%
Black
5.4%
Unknown
1.6%
Two or more
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
International
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$16,399

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$17,193
$30k - $48k$19,127
$48k - $75k$20,704
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$9,833
Pell Grant Recipients63.9%
Using Federal Loans59.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment31.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

70.6%

Success

41.7%

In-State Cost

$16,399

Age 25+ Students

36.4%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

41 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Garden Grove (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Garden Grove (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.