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General Cosmetology Schools in Washington

723 General Cosmetology students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

As a degree choice, General Cosmetology is the 5th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of General Cosmetology Majors in Washington

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 647
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 647
Associate Degree 76

Gender Distribution

In Washington, 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 Washington is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 15.9%
  • White: 62.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.1%
  • Other Races: 13.8%
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Jobs for General Cosmetology Grads in Washington

There are 15,100 people in the state and 541,260 people in the nation working in general cosmetology jobs.

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Wages for General Cosmetology Jobs in Washington

In this state, general cosmetology grads earn an average of $40,910. Nationwide, they make an average of $30,190.

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

112 Degrees in Major Awarded
597 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $16,566. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.10%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $25,368 a year.

76 Degrees in Major Awarded
298 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $17,286. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $24,313 a year. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

74 Degrees in Major Awarded
251 Total Students

82% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 25 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $27,659 a year.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
133 Total Students

90% of students get financical aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,587. Graduates earn an average $26,294 after graduation.

65 Degrees in Major Awarded
120 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 7.60% which is lower than average. An average student at Gene Juarez Academy will pay a net price of $12,900. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $27,659 a year.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,591 Total Students

77% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $33,690 a year. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
138 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,331. Graduates earn an average $24,462 after graduation.

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
98 Total Students

82% of students get financical aid. This private school has an average net price of $10,707. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
84 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 8.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Graduates earn an average $20,702 after graduation. An average student at Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design will pay a net price of $10,807.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
156 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $28,270 after earning their degree at this institution. This private school has an average net price of $14,672. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 89% of students receive it.

General Cosmetology Careers in WA

Some of the careers general cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title WA Job Growth WA Median Salary
Manicurists and Pedicurists 29% $29,760
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 27% $35,020
Skincare Specialists 26% $42,460
Makeup Artists 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in WA
Esthetician, Skin Care Specialist 620
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 255
Nail Technician & Manicurist 145
Barbering 107
Cosmetology, Hair & Nail Instructor 100
Hair Styling & Design 51
Make-Up Artist 40

View all majors related to General Cosmetology

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