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General Cosmetology in California

General Cosmetology Schools in California

4,769 students earned General Cosmetology degrees in California in the 2021-2022 year.

As a degree choice, General Cosmetology is the 4th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in California

General Cosmetology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 3,972
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 3,972
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 577
Associate Degree 220

Gender Distribution

In California, a general cosmetology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of general cosmetology majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 9.4%
  • Black or African American: 6.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 45.7%
  • White: 28.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.8%
  • Other Races: 9.1%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in California

There are 65,720 people in the state and 541,260 people in the nation working in general cosmetology jobs.

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Wages for General Cosmetology Jobs in California

A typical salary for a general cosmetology grad in the state is $31,400, compared to a typical salary of $30,190 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer general cosmetology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

149 Degrees in Major Awarded
388 Total Students

97% of students get financical aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $19,980 after earning their degree at this institution. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $27,206.

#2

Citrus College

Glendora
134 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,982 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 23 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 36% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,809 a year.

95 Degrees in Major Awarded
7,326 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,194. The full-time teacher rate is 40%. 66% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

94 Degrees in Major Awarded
346 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $19,180. 92% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 5.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#5

MTI College

Sacramento
92 Degrees in Major Awarded
555 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,643. Of all the students who attend this school, 65% get financial aid. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#5

Fullerton College

Fullerton
92 Degrees in Major Awarded
17,813 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 87% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 38%. Graduates earn an average $33,916 after graduation.

#7

Golden West College

Huntington Beach
89 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,189 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 26 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $3,809. The full-time teacher rate is 28%.

83 Degrees in Major Awarded
403 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. An average student at Paul Mitchell the School Costa Mesa will pay a net price of $19,432. 91% of students get financical aid.

82 Degrees in Major Awarded
261 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $22,950. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. The student loan default rate of 3.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#10

Cerritos College

Norwalk
77 Degrees in Major Awarded
18,656 Total Students

A typical student attending Cerritos College will pay a net price of $5,797. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.50%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,809 after earning their degree at this institution.

General Cosmetology Careers in CA

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Manicurists and Pedicurists 21% $24,980
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 20% $25,660
Skincare Specialists 17% $30,590
Makeup Artists 4% $72,160

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to general cosmetology.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 3,415
Nail Technician & Manicurist 1,761
Barbering 1,024
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 172
Facial Treatment Specialist 147
Other Cosmetology 72
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 59
Make-Up Artist 32

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

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