San Marcos, CA is home to Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology. San Marcos is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology go up to the Certificate.
Students commonly pursue studies in beauty and cosmetology.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school has 158 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A very high share of students at Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology are female.
More complete details are provided below.
Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology
355 Via Vera Cruz Ste 3
San Marcos, CA 92078
http://www.pic.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 168 | aesthetician and skin care, cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor |
Number of programs and degrees for Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 92 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 76 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology had a total enrollment of 158 students (211 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 0% |
| Women | 100% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 22% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 8% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 83% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Marcos, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 59 | 51 | 86% | 51 | 100% |
| Women | 59 | 51 | 86% | 51 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Financial Aid:
Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2537200)
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in beauty and cosmetology (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
On-campus library
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