How much is cosmetology school?

Attending cosmetology school is a dream for thousands of students. While cosmetology school is expensive, it is much more affordable than other degree programs. To attend an accredited cosmetology school will usually cost anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000. read more

In general, schools on the east and west coast, in addition to schools in urban areas, will tend to be more expensive than schools in suburban or rural areas. On the east coast, it’s typical for a beauty school to cost $11,000-$20,000, while in the Midwest and other more rural areas it, on average, can cost $7,000 or less. read more

Our survey of 55 cosmetology schools says that the cost of cosmetology school in a large city averages between $10,000 and $20,000. The same comprehensive cosmetology program in a rural area could cost closer to $6,500. read more