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General Cosmetology in Maryland

General Cosmetology Schools in Maryland

488 students earned General Cosmetology degrees in Maryland in the 2021-2022 year.

In this state, General Cosmetology is the 1st most popular major out of a total 115 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in Maryland

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 488
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 488

Gender Distribution

In Maryland, 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 Maryland is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.0%
  • Black or African American: 50.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.6%
  • White: 34.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.8%
  • Other Races: 3.5%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in Maryland

There are 12,450 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 Maryland

In this state, general cosmetology grads earn an average of $30,590. Nationwide, they make an average of $30,190.

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

80 Degrees in Major Awarded
182 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 86% get financial aid. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,019 after earning their degree at this institution.

75 Degrees in Major Awarded
197 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.60%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $16,993.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
131 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.70%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 71% of students receive it. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
348 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $17,272. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Graduates earn an average $17,025 after graduation.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
43 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $14,007. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $19,639 after earning their degree at this institution.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
129 Total Students

An average student at Aveda Institute - Maryland will pay a net price of $18,005. Graduates earn an average $20,955 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 3.10% which is lower than average.

#6

Montgomery Beauty School

Silver Spring
33 Degrees in Major Awarded
117 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $18,231. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
100 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. An average student at Aspen Beauty Academy of Laurel will pay a net price of $10,720. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $17,172 a year.

#9

Hair Academy II

Hillcrest Heights
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
231 Total Students

An average student at Hair Academy II will pay a net price of $20,447. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $19,215 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
28 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 25 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,030.

General Cosmetology Careers in MD

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title MD Job Growth MD Median Salary
Skincare Specialists 10% $32,100
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 8% $26,050
Manicurists and Pedicurists 8% $22,280

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

Major Annual Graduates in MD
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 379
Barbering 134
Other Cosmetology 52
Nail Technician & Manicurist 8
Hair Styling & Design 1

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

View Nationwide General Cosmetology Report

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