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2023 Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region
Finding the Best Cosmetology School for You
In 2021-2022, 124,611 degrees and certificates were awarded to cosmetology students, making the major the most popular in the country.
When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for trade school students. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.
Along with in-depth profiles of schools and the programs they offer, Trade College Search has created the Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region to help you in your search for the best school for you. This report analyzed 132 schools in the Far Western US Region to see which ones offered the best programs for trade school students.
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2023 Best Cosmetology Schools in the Far Western US Region
Check out the cosmetology programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.
Top 15% Best Cosmetology Schools
Our analysis found San Francisco Institute of Esthetics & Cosmetology Inc to be the best school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a degree in the Far Western US Region . Located in the city of San Francisco, SFIEC is a private for-profit college with a small student population.
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Out of the 132 schools in the Far Western US Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Gary Manuel Aveda Institute landed the # 2 spot on the list. Located in the large city of Seattle, GMAI is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend J D Academy of Salon and Spa. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region list. J D Academy of Salon and Spa is a small private for-profit school located in the large suburb of Danville.
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You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Evergreen Beauty and Barber College-Everett. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region list. Evergreen Beauty and Barber College-Everett is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Everett.
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Academy for Salon Professionals came in at #6 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. Academy for Salon Professionals is a small private for-profit school located in the city of Northridge.
Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy-Shoreline came in at #7 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy-Shoreline is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the suburb of Shoreline.
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International College of Cosmetology landed the #8 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best cosmetology programs. International College of Cosmetology is a small private for-profit school located in the city of Oakland.
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Paul Mitchell the School Sacramento landed the #9 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best cosmetology programs. Located in the suburb of Sacramento, Paul Mitchell the School Sacramento is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.
With a ranking of #10, International Academy of Style did quite well on this year’s best schools for cosmetology students. Located in the large city of Reno, International Academy of Style is a private for-profit college with a small student population.
With a ranking of #11, Hoss Lee Academy did quite well on this year’s best schools for cosmetology students. Located in the suburb of Roseville, Hoss Lee Academy is a private for-profit school with a small student population.
Aveda Institute Las Vegas landed the #12 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best cosmetology programs. Aveda Institute Las Vegas is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Las Vegas.
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Lytles Redwood Empire Beauty College Inc came in at #13 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. Located in the suburb of Santa Rosa, Lytle's Beauty College is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.
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Gene Juarez Academy-Mountlake Terrace landed the #15 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best cosmetology programs. Gene Juarez Academy is a small private for-profit school located in the large suburb of Mountlake Terrace.
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Fosbre Academy of Hair Design came in at #16 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. Fosbre Academy of Hair Design is a small private for-profit school located in the small city of Olympia.
Summit Salon Academy - Tacoma did quite well in this year’s ranking of the best schools for cosmetology students. It came in at #17 on the list. Located in the medium-sized city of Tacoma, Summit Salon Academy Tacoma is a private for-profit college with a small student population.
With a ranking of #18, Cinta Aveda Institute did quite well on this year’s best schools for cosmetology students. Located in the city of San Francisco, Cinta Aveda Institute is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
Aveda Institute Portland - Vancouver Campus came in at #19 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. Located in the midsize city of Vancouver, Aveda Institute Portland - Vancouver Campus is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.
Additional Noteworthy Schools
Here are some additional great schools for Cosmetology students in the Far Western US Region that almost earned our Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in the Far Western US Region award.
| Rank | College | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | Aveda Institute - Portland | Portland, OR |
| 21 | Clover Park Technical College | Lakewood, WA |
| 22 | Hilltop Beauty School | Daly City, CA |
| 23 | Gene Juarez Academy-Federal Way | Federal Way, WA |
| 24 | The Salon Professional Academy - San Jose | San Jose, CA |
| 25 | School Removed | |
| 26 | Beyond 21st Century Beauty Academy | Santa Fe Springs, CA |
Best Cosmetology Colleges by State
Explore the best cosmetology schools for a specific state in the Far Western US region.
| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Washington | 2,041 |
| California | 10,294 |
| Oregon | 1,020 |
| Nevada | 1,575 |
| Hawaii | 183 |
Cosmetology Related Rankings by Major
Cosmetology is one of 4 different types of trade school programs to choose from.
Cosmetology Concentrations
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | 50,210 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician & Skin Care Specialist | 40,040 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist & Manicurist | 13,960 |
| Barbering/Barber | 9,893 |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | 2,907 |
| Other Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts | 2,184 |
| Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | 1,729 |
| Hair Styling/Stylist & Hair Design | 1,238 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, & Nail Instructor | 1,230 |
| Make-Up Artist/Specialist | 440 |
| Electrolysis/Electrology & Electrolysis Technician | 354 |
| Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager | 336 |
| Permanent Cosmetics/Makeup & Tattooing | 90 |
Most Popular Related Majors
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | 22,075 |
| Funeral & Mortuary Science | 2,186 |
| Casino Operations and Services | 385 |
| Other Personal & Culinary Services | 95 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 25 schools only.
- Read more about our ranking methodology.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
- Credit for the banner image above goes to Tiffany Bumgardner.
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