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General Cosmetology Schools in South Carolina

782 students earned General Cosmetology degrees in South Carolina in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, General Cosmetology is the 2nd most popular major out of a total 112 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in South 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 692
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 692
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 90
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 90
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 90

Gender Distribution

In South 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 South Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.8%
  • Black or African American: 32.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.7%
  • White: 58.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.1%
  • Other Races: 3.8%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in South Carolina

5,700 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 South Carolina

General Cosmetology grads earn an average of $29,900 in the state and $30,190 nationwide.

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

98 Degrees in Major Awarded
209 Total Students

An average student at Paul Mitchell the School Charleston will pay a net price of $13,368. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $23,822 a year. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

75 Degrees in Major Awarded
199 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $23,822 a year. This private school has an average net price of $13,344.

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
153 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,436. Graduates earn an average $23,822 after graduation.

58 Degrees in Major Awarded
126 Total Students

92% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. In their early career, Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology-North Augusta grads earn an average salary of $20,266. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

53 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,409 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $3,803. 53% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $27,672 after earning their degree at this institution.

51 Degrees in Major Awarded
156 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $20,266 after graduation. This private school has an average net price of $14,116. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
135 Total Students

100% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $15,598.

46 Degrees in Major Awarded
161 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 6.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private school has an average net price of $13,749. 90% of students get financical aid.

43 Degrees in Major Awarded
113 Total Students

In their early career, Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails-Columbia grads earn an average salary of $19,406. This private institution charges an average net price of $16,828. Of all the students who attend this school, 96% get financial aid.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,536 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 44% are considered full time. In their early career, GTC grads earn an average salary of $31,339. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $7,225.

General Cosmetology Careers in SC

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title SC Job Growth SC Median Salary
Manicurists and Pedicurists 15% $28,660
Skincare Specialists 14% $26,640
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 13% $19,420

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

Major Annual Graduates in SC
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 585
Barbering 56
Nail Technician & Manicurist 46
Facial Treatment Specialist 43
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 4

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

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