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General Cosmetology in Iowa

General Cosmetology Schools in Iowa

361 General Cosmetology students earned their degrees in the state in 2021-2022.

In terms of popularity, General Cosmetology is the 6th most popular major in the state out of a total 107 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in Iowa

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 354
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 354
Associate Degree 7

Gender Distribution

In Iowa, 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 Iowa is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.0%
  • Black or African American: 6.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.0%
  • White: 78.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 3.6%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in Iowa

In this state, there are 3,920 people employed in jobs related to a general cosmetology degree, compared to 541,260 nationwide.

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Wages for General Cosmetology Jobs in Iowa

General Cosmetology grads earn an average of $30,370 in the state and $30,190 nationwide.

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

#1

Aveda Institute - Des Moines

West Des Moines
60 Degrees in Major Awarded
163 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $15,590. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
144 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $25,763 a year. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $9,875.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
133 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $20,041. Graduates earn an average $24,422 after graduation. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
140 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 89% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. An average student at Capri College, Davenport will pay a net price of $7,677.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
148 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $8,595. 79% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $23,942 after earning their degree at this institution.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
48 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $9,553. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1. In their early career, ISB grads earn an average salary of $20,209.

#7

E Q School of Hair Design

Council Bluffs
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
41 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $8,375.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
44 Total Students

7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $6,755. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $20,593 a year.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
74 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $20,614 a year. This private school has an average net price of $17,688.

#10

American Hair Academy

Mt. Pleasant
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
26 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 6.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. An average student at American Hair Academy will pay a net price of $12,443.

General Cosmetology Careers in IA

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title IA Job Growth IA Median Salary
Skincare Specialists 13% $25,990
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 12% $25,380
Manicurists and Pedicurists 10% $29,520

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

Major Annual Graduates in IA
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 272
Nail Technician & Manicurist 45
Other Cosmetology 27
Barbering 26
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 1

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

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