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2023 Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Trade Schools in District of Columbia
Finding the Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate School for You
Out of the majors we analyze each year, cosmetology was ranked 2nd in District of Columbia. In fact, 160 were awarded in the state in 2021-2022.
It's not easy to decide which trade school program to enroll in when you have so many options available. 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.
To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Trade College Search has developed this Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Trade Schools in District of Columbia ranking. Our analysis looked at 2 schools in District of Columbia to see which undergraduate certificate programs offered the best educational experiences for trade school students.
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2023 Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools in District of Columbia
Check out the cosmetology undergraduate certificate programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.
Top District of Columbia Trade Schools for an Award Taking 1 to 4 Years in Cosmetology
Our 2023 rankings named The Salon Professional Academy - Washington DC the best school in District of Columbia for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the city of Washington, TSPA - Washington DC is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
Cosmetology majors at TSPA - Washington DC take out an average of $8,532 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate.
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A rank of #2 on this year’s list means Bennett Career Institute is a great place for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the city of Washington, Bennett Career Institute is a private for-profit college with a small student population.
Cosmetology majors at Bennett Career Institute take out an average of $7,176 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate.
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Request InformationBest Cosmetology Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region
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State | Degrees Awarded |
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New York | 5,055 |
Pennsylvania | 3,378 |
New Jersey | 2,419 |
Maryland | 1,103 |
Delaware | 343 |
Rankings in Majors Related to Cosmetology
One of 4 majors within the trade school area of study, cosmetology has other similar majors worth exploring.
Cosmetology Focus Areas
Major | Annual Graduates |
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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 |
Majors Similar to Cosmetology
Related Major | Annual Graduates |
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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 2 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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