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General Cosmetology Schools in Georgia

2,778 students earned General Cosmetology degrees in Georgia in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, General Cosmetology is the 1st most popular major in the state out of a total 158 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in Georgia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,434
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,434
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1,344
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 1,344
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 1,344

Gender Distribution

In Georgia, 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 Georgia is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.8%
  • Black or African American: 38.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.8%
  • White: 47.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.3%
  • Other Races: 4.5%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in Georgia

11,370 people in the state and 541,260 in the nation are employed in jobs related to general cosmetology.

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Wages for General Cosmetology Jobs in Georgia

In this state, general cosmetology grads earn an average of $30,430. Nationwide, they make an average of $30,190.

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

208 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,608 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. A typical student attending Georgia Northwestern Technical College will pay a net price of $1,445. Graduates earn an average $28,010 after graduation.

165 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,437 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $1,731. The full-time teacher rate is 34%. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

151 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,709 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $24,062 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 75%. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $1,978.

145 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,615 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $3,708. The full-time teacher rate is 26%.

135 Degrees in Major Awarded
302 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $19,970 a year. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 89% of students get financical aid.

132 Degrees in Major Awarded
8,140 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $24,689 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

118 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,606 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $791. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $24,527 a year.

109 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,232 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $28,233 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 8.30% which is lower than average. 89% of students get financical aid.

107 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,649 Total Students

39% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $26,478 after earning their degree at this institution.

99 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,154 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, Southwest Georgia Technical College grads earn an average salary of $24,676.

General Cosmetology Careers in GA

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title GA Job Growth GA Median Salary
Manicurists and Pedicurists 17% $27,090
Skincare Specialists 16% $27,600
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 14% $22,470

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

Major Annual Graduates in GA
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 852
Barbering 296
Nail Technician & Manicurist 277
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 53
Hair Styling & Design 25
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 2

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

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