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General Cosmetology in North Carolina

General Cosmetology Schools in North Carolina

In 2021-2022, 1,713 students earned their General Cosmetology degrees in NC.

As a degree choice, General Cosmetology is the 4th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in North Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,307
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,307
Associate Degree 244
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 162

Gender Distribution

In North Carolina, 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 North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.8%
  • Black or African American: 23.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.1%
  • White: 56.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.5%
  • Other Races: 7.7%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in North Carolina

In this state, there are 10,190 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 North Carolina

A typical salary for a general cosmetology grad in the state is $28,550, compared to a typical salary of $30,190 nationwide.

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

157 Degrees in Major Awarded
340 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $20,680 a year. This private institution charges an average net price of $14,775. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

91 Degrees in Major Awarded
135 Total Students

In their early career, Leons Beauty School Inc grads earn an average salary of $21,821. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $7,515.

89 Degrees in Major Awarded
164 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 86% get financial aid. An average student at Paul Mitchell the School Raleigh will pay a net price of $12,596. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 21 to 1.

71 Degrees in Major Awarded
190 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,055. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

69 Degrees in Major Awarded
217 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $18,369. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it. The student loan default rate is 2.20% which is lower than average.

57 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,059 Total Students

The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 33% are considered full time. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,425 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. 19% of the teachers are full time. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,716 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $3,016. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 32% are considered full time. The 2.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,550 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. 66% of students get financical aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,394 after earning their degree at this institution.

36 Degrees in Major Awarded
114 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $15,000. In their early career, Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro grads earn an average salary of $19,177. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

General Cosmetology Careers in NC

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
Makeup Artists 100% $0
Skincare Specialists 18% $39,440
Manicurists and Pedicurists 18% $20,880
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 17% $21,000

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

Major Annual Graduates in NC
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 713
Barbering 85
Other Cosmetology 72
Nail Technician & Manicurist 70
Salon Management 44
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 42
Make-Up Artist 24

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

View Nationwide General Cosmetology Report

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