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General Cosmetology in Massachusetts

General Cosmetology Schools in Massachusetts

510 students earned General Cosmetology degrees in Massachusetts in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, General Cosmetology is the 4th most popular major in the state out of a total 142 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 510
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 510

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.3%
  • Black or African American: 10.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 15.3%
  • White: 55.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 15.1%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 17,060 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 Massachusetts

In this state, general cosmetology grads earn an average of $42,260. Nationwide, they make an average of $30,190.

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

209 Degrees in Major Awarded
223 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.60%. 81% of students get financical aid.

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
87 Total Students

An average student at Empire Beauty School-Boston will pay a net price of $19,339. In their early career, Empire Beauty School-Boston grads earn an average salary of $19,448. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
79 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $18,375. The 4.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 66% of students receive it.

47 Degrees in Major Awarded
176 Total Students

85% of students get financical aid. An average student at New England Hair Academy will pay a net price of $25,144. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
52 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $20,533 after graduation. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
66 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.20%. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 88% get financial aid.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
16 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.70%.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
197 Total Students

98% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. An average student at Mildred Elley Pittsfield will pay a net price of $22,511.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,020 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. A typical student attending STCC will pay a net price of $9,727. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $31,807 a year.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
45 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,924.

General Cosmetology Careers in MA

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 9% $37,040
Manicurists and Pedicurists 9% $25,320
Skincare Specialists 9% $44,370

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 653
Nail Technician & Manicurist 198
Barbering 192
Facial Treatment Specialist 135
Electrolysis Technician 19
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 16

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

View Nationwide General Cosmetology Report

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