Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between Comparison between GDS Institute and similar schools. Of the schools, 1 school was closed or not active. For the comparison, the schools are remained in the table. By school type, all 6 Comparison between GDS Institute and similar schools are private. By school level, all 6 schools are less than 2-year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palomar Institute of Cosmetology | San Marcos, CA | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Estes Institute of Cosmetology Arts and Science | Visalia, CA | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Cosmo Beauty Academy | Sacramento, CA | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Flair Beauty College | Valencia, CA | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| GDS Institute | South Gate, CA | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||
| Cinta Aveda Institute - San Jose | San Jose, CA | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of Comparison between GDS Institute and similar schools is $9,130 for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palomar Institute of Cosmetology | $16,800 | - | - | 24:1 | 194 |
| Estes Institute of Cosmetology Arts and Science | $13,040 | - | - | 12:1 | 57 |
| Cosmo Beauty Academy | $16,943 | - | - | 22:1 | 114 |
| Flair Beauty College | $15,500 | - | - | 20:1 | 44 |
| GDS Institute | no recent data available (probably not active) | ||||
| Cinta Aveda Institute - San Jose | $11,600 | - | - | - | - |
| Average | $9,130 | - | 0.00% | 3.00:1 | 10 |