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General Cosmetology in Virginia

General Cosmetology Schools in Virginia

In 2021-2022, 594 students earned their General Cosmetology degrees in VA.

As a degree choice, General Cosmetology is the 9th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in Virginia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 594
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 594

Gender Distribution

In Virginia, 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 Virginia is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 31.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.2%
  • White: 45.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 14.6%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in Virginia

In this state, there are 14,450 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 Virginia

In this state, general cosmetology grads earn an average of $34,250. Nationwide, they make an average of $30,190.

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

86 Degrees in Major Awarded
233 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.60%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $19,769 after earning their degree at this institution. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

78 Degrees in Major Awarded
109 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $26,916 a year. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $17,604. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.30%.

51 Degrees in Major Awarded
117 Total Students

In their early career, Paul Mitchell the School Woodbridge grads earn an average salary of $26,916. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.30%. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid.

49 Degrees in Major Awarded
107 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $18,217 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

39 Degrees in Major Awarded
146 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $16,008. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $17,718 a year. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 72% of students receive it.

33 Degrees in Major Awarded
160 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.60%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $19,177 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid.

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
34 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $18,156 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $18,234.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
68 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,411. In their early career, Empire Beauty School-Richmond grads earn an average salary of $20,769. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 25 to 1.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
84 Total Students

An average student at Empire Beauty School-Midlothian will pay a net price of $16,061. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

21 Degrees in Major Awarded
25 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $12,078. In their early career, Culpeper Cosmetology Training Center grads earn an average salary of $14,248. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 65% of students receive it.

General Cosmetology Careers in VA

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title VA Job Growth VA Median Salary
Skincare Specialists 11% $33,370
Manicurists and Pedicurists 11% $22,770
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 11% $26,030

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

Major Annual Graduates in VA
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 345
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 180
Barbering 49
Nail Technician & Manicurist 14
Other Cosmetology 2
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 1

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