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2023 Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Trade Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region

59 Colleges
$17,041 Avg Salary
$8,995 Avg Student Debt

Finding the Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate 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.

There are lots of options to pick from today when trying to decide which trade school program is right for you. 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.

The Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Trade Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region ranking is one of many tools that Trade College Search has developed to help you make your educational decision. This report analyzed 59 schools in the Rocky Mountains Region to see which ones offered the best undergraduate certificate programs for trade school students.

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2023 Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region

The colleges and universities below are the best for cosmetology majors pursuing a undergraduate certificate.

Top 10 Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools

#1

Medspa Academies

South Jordan, UT

Our 2023 rankings named Medspa Academies the best school in the Rocky Mountains Region for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the large suburb of South Jordan, National Institute of Medical Aesthetics is a private for-profit school with a small student population.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from National Institute of Medical Aesthetics carry an average student debtload of $9,624.

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The excellent undergraduate certificate programs at Aveda Institute - Denver helped the school earn the #2 place on this year’s ranking of the best cosmetology schools in the Rocky Mountains Region . Aveda Institute - Denver is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the large city of Denver.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from Aveda Institute - Denver carry an average student debtload of $10,441. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $89.

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Out of the 59 schools in the Rocky Mountains Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Acaydia School of Aesthetics landed the # 3 spot on the list. Located in the midsize city of Provo, Acaydia School of Aesthetics is a private for-profit school with a small student population.

Cosmetology majors at Acaydia School of Aesthetics take out an average of $8,128 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate.

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Out of the 59 schools in the Rocky Mountains Region that were part of this year’s ranking, Paul Mitchell the School Denver landed the # 4 spot on the list. Paul Mitchell the School Denver is a small private for-profit school located in the medium-sized city of Lakewood.

While working on their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology majors at Paul Mitchell the School Denver accumulate an average of around $11,382 in student debt.

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#5

Mandalyn Academy

American Fork, UT

The excellent undergraduate certificate programs at Mandalyn Academy helped the school earn the #5 place on this year’s ranking of the best cosmetology schools in the Rocky Mountains Region . Mandalyn Academy is a small private for-profit school located in the suburb of American Fork.

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#6

The Barber School

Midvale, UT

The Barber School ranked #6 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Trade Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region list. Located in the large suburb of Midvale, The Barber School is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at The Barber School take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $7,105.

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Paul Mitchell the School Colorado Springs came in at #7 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Trade Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region ranking. Located in the city of Colorado Springs, Paul Mitchell the School Colorado Springs is a private for-profit school with a small student population.

Cosmetology majors at Paul Mitchell the School Colorado Springs take out an average of $10,247 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate.

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Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-Provo ranked #8 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Trade Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region list. Taylor Andrews Academy - Provo is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Provo.

On average, cosmetology graduates from Taylor Andrews Academy - Provo take out $10,488 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate.

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#9

Collectiv Academy

Sandy, UT

Collectiv Academy landed the #9 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best undergraduate certificate cosmetology programs. Located in the large suburb of Sandy, Collectiv Academy is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.

On average, cosmetology graduates from Collectiv Academy take out $9,443 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate.

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With a ranking of #10, Taylor Andrews Academy of Hair Design-West Jordan did quite well on this year’s best schools for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the suburb of West Jordan, Taylor Andrews Academy - West Jordan is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from Taylor Andrews Academy - West Jordan carry an average student debtload of $10,488.

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Best Cosmetology Colleges by State

Explore the best cosmetology schools for a specific state in the Rocky Mountains region.

State Degrees Awarded
Colorado 1,843
Utah 2,876
Idaho 1,174
Montana 184
Wyoming 65

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

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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