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Cosmetology in Pennsylvania

Cosmetology Schools in Pennsylvania

3,859 students earned Cosmetology degrees in Pennsylvania in the 2021-2022 year.

In this state, Cosmetology is the 1st most popular major out of a total 51 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Cosmetology Majors in Pennsylvania

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 2,044
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 2,044
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1,752
Associate Degree 63

Gender Distribution

In Pennsylvania, a cosmetology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of cosmetology majors in Pennsylvania is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.4%
  • Black or African American: 22.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.3%
  • White: 55.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 8.5%
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Jobs for Cosmetology Grads in Pennsylvania

In this state, there are 45,780 people employed in jobs related to a cosmetology degree, compared to 790,010 nationwide.

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Wages for Cosmetology Jobs in Pennsylvania

A typical salary for a cosmetology grad in the state is $28,060, compared to a typical salary of $33,220 nationwide.

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

323 Degrees in Major Awarded
187 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $23,592 after graduation. 27% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 6.00% which is lower than average.

281 Degrees in Major Awarded
283 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $19,160. 65% of students get financical aid.

#3

Bella Capelli Academy

Monroeville
193 Degrees in Major Awarded
281 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $17,477. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $22,496 a year. 82% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#4

Metro Beauty Academy

Allentown
186 Degrees in Major Awarded
197 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $24,404 after earning their degree at this institution. The 4.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private school has an average net price of $16,937.

148 Degrees in Major Awarded
137 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 4.20% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1.

136 Degrees in Major Awarded
367 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $25,144 after graduation. The student loan default rate of 1.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 40% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

112 Degrees in Major Awarded
206 Total Students

The 3.00% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $26,346. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

100 Degrees in Major Awarded
346 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private school has an average net price of $18,431. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

92 Degrees in Major Awarded
108 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $20,769 after graduation. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 61% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $17,137.

90 Degrees in Major Awarded
122 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.70% which is lower than average. 72% of students get financical aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $19,448 a year.

Cosmetology Careers in PA

Some of the careers cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title PA Job Growth PA Median Salary
Manicurists and Pedicurists 12% $19,980
Skincare Specialists 11% $32,370
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 10% $22,200
Barbers 9% $24,780
Personal Service Worker Supervisors 8% $37,460

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

Major Annual Graduates in PA
Culinary Arts 327
Funeral & Mortuary Science 194

View all majors related to Cosmetology

View Nationwide Cosmetology Report

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