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General Cosmetology in New Jersey

General Cosmetology Schools in New Jersey

In 2021-2022, 1,075 students earned their General Cosmetology degrees in NJ.

A General Cosmetology major is the 3rd most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,075
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,075

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, 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 New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.9%
  • Black or African American: 15.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 31.6%
  • White: 42.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.8%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in New Jersey

26,890 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 New Jersey

General Cosmetology grads earn an average of $35,620 in the state and $30,190 nationwide.

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

96 Degrees in Major Awarded
242 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. An average student at Total Image Beauty Academy will pay a net price of $15,038.

76 Degrees in Major Awarded
316 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.80% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. Graduates earn an average $27,742 after graduation.

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
107 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $17,375. The student loan default rate is 3.80% which is lower than average. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
109 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $20,348. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $26,736 after earning their degree at this institution.

60 Degrees in Major Awarded
199 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,490. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

58 Degrees in Major Awarded
200 Total Students

86% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate of 2.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Graduates earn an average $22,974 after graduation.

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Innovate Salon Academy

South Plainfield
58 Degrees in Major Awarded
184 Total Students

14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private school has an average net price of $22,429. 76% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
85 Total Students

An average student at Empire Beauty School-Cherry Hill will pay a net price of $16,672. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.70%. Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
143 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private institution charges an average net price of $17,266. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $21,065 a year.

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
38 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 50% get financial aid. An average student at Paul Mitchell the School Jersey Shore will pay a net price of $20,990.

General Cosmetology Careers in NJ

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Manicurists and Pedicurists 25% $23,250
Skincare Specialists 24% $31,130
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 24% $33,940

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

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 840
Nail Technician & Manicurist 311
Hair Styling & Design 191
Barbering 138
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 35
Make-Up Artist 12

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

View Nationwide General Cosmetology Report

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