As of 2025, 1,378 U.S. colleges are offering Cosmetology/Cosmetologist and its subprograms. 1,566 schools offer Cosmetology/Cosmetologist certificate / vocational programs for Cosmetology/Cosmetologist area. For the vocational programs (certificate programs) the 2025 average tuition is $16,042 and the average program length is 11.73 months.
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist by Degree and Programs
0 graduate schools have Cosmetology/Cosmetologist programs and no schools offer the program for BS degree. 1,566 colleges and vocational schools have the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program and 1 schools have post-graduate certificate programs.
| Number of Offered Schools | |
|---|---|
| Certificate Programs | 1,566 |
| Less than 12 Weeks Certificate | 9 |
| Less than 1 Year Certificate | 142 |
| 1-2 Years Certificate | 1,325 |
| 2-4 Years Certificate | 90 |
| Associate's | 138 |
| Bachelor's | - |
| Master's | - |
| Doctorate | - |
| Post Graduate | 1 |
| Post-Bachelor's | 1 |
| Post-Masters | - |
Programs/Concentrations in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist
- Barbering/Barber
- Electrolysis/Electrology and Electrolysis Technician
- Make-Up Artist/Specialist
- Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design
- Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist
- Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist
- Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
- Permanent Cosmetics/Makeup and Tattooing
- Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager
- Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
- Master Aesthetician/Esthetician
- Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other)
U.S. Colleges Offering Cosmetology/Cosmetologist Program
1,378 matched schools
Central Alabama Community College
Central Alabama Community College is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Alexander City, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 2,140 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $8,980.
Graduation Rate33%
Enrollment2,140
Student/Faculty16 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$5,110 / $8,980
Coastal Alabama Community College
Coastal Alabama Community College is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Bay Minette, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 7,553 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $8,910.
Graduation Rate31%
Enrollment7,553
Student/Faculty16 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$5,040 / $8,910
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden State Community College is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Gadsden, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 5,071 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $7,368.
Graduation Rate38%
Enrollment5,071
Student/Faculty17 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$4,272 / $7,368
New Beginning College of Cosmetology
New Beginning College of Cosmetology is a Private (for-profit), less than 2-years school located in Albertville, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 81 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $15,150.
Graduation Rate31%
Enrollment81
Student/Faculty20 to 1
Tuition & Fees
Undergraduate$15,150
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Dothan, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 4,044 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $8,850.
Graduation Rate35%
Enrollment4,044
Student/Faculty14 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$4,980 / $8,850
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville
George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Hanceville, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 6,424 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $9,090.
Graduation Rate51%
Enrollment6,424
Student/Faculty18 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$5,220 / $9,090
George C Wallace State Community College-Selma
George C Wallace State Community College-Selma is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Selma, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 1,925 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $8,610.
Graduation Rate41%
Enrollment1,925
Student/Faculty15 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$4,740 / $8,610
J F Ingram State Technical College
J F Ingram State Technical College is a Public, less than 2-years school located in Deatsville, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 960 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $6,084.
Graduation Rate21%
Enrollment960
Student/Faculty13 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$6,084 / $6,084
Lawson State Community College
Lawson State Community College is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Birmingham, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 3,453 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $8,910.
Graduation Rate27%
Enrollment3,453
Student/Faculty19 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$5,040 / $8,910
Lurleen B Wallace Community College
Lurleen B Wallace Community College is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Andalusia, AL. It is ranked #AL in Alabama college ranking. Total 2,062 students are attending the school and its 2025 tuition & fee is $9,060.
Graduation Rate41%
Enrollment2,062
Student/Faculty16 to 1
Tuition & Fees
(In-State/Out-of-State)
(In-State/Out-of-State)
Undergraduate$5,190 / $9,060