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Best Value Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools in Arizona

2023 Best Value Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools in Arizona

Identifying Quality Schools at More Affordable Prices

19 Colleges
$0 Avg Tuition & Fees*
$17,041 Avg Salary

Finding the Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate School for You

Out of the majors we analyze each year, cosmetology was ranked 2nd in Arizona. In fact, 2,673 were awarded in the state in 2021-2022.

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.

The Best Value Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools in Arizona ranking is one of many tools that Trade College Search has developed to help you make your educational decision. This report analyzed 19 schools in Arizona to see which ones offered the best value undergraduate certificate programs for cosmetology students. The goal was to highlight schools with more affordable prices than others offering similar quality experiences.

When determining this ranking, we place a high emphasis on the school's quality as well as its sticker price. Even though a college may be affordable, it may not offer value. More specifically, we discount our quality score by the published tuition and fees charged by a school. This gives the cost per unit of quality for each college. The value is determined by how much quality your dollar buys.

Our calculations use out-of-state tuition and fees in our nationwide and regional rankings. Average in-state tuition and fees are used for our statewide rankings.

Top 15% Best Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools

Our analysis found Avalon School of Cosmetology - Mesa to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Avalon School of Cosmetology - Mesa is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Mesa.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from Avalon School of Cosmetology - Mesa carry an average student debtload of $7,921. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $80, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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Our analysis found Empire Beauty School-Avondale to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Empire Beauty School-Avondale is a small private for-profit school located in the midsize suburb of Avondale.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from Empire Beauty School-Avondale carry an average student debtload of $11,894. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $91.

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Our analysis found Paul Mitchell the School Phoenix to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Paul Mitchell the School Phoenix is a small private for-profit school located in the city of Phoenix.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at Paul Mitchell the School Phoenix take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $14,791.

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Our analysis found Empire Beauty School-Chandler to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Empire Beauty School-Chandler is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Chandler.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from Empire Beauty School-Chandler carry an average student debtload of $11,517. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $80, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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Our analysis found Avalon School of Cosmetology - Phoenix to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Located in the city of Phoenix, Avalon School of Cosmetology - Phoenix is a private for-profit college with a small student population.

Cosmetology majors at Avalon School of Cosmetology - Phoenix take out an average of $7,921 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $80, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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Our 2023 rankings named Empire Beauty School-Tucson the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Empire Beauty School-Tucson is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Tucson.

On average, cosmetology graduates from Empire Beauty School-Tucson take out $11,904 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $80, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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All Beauty College

Bullhead City, AZ

Our analysis found All Beauty College to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. All Beauty College is a private for-profit school located in the remote town of Bullhead City.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at All Beauty College take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $9,529.

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Our 2023 rankings named Aveda Institute - Tucson the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the city of Tucson, Aveda Institute - Tucson is a private for-profit school with a small student population.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from Aveda Institute - Tucson carry an average student debtload of $8,710. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $91.

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Charles of Italy Beauty College

Lake Havasu City, AZ

Our 2023 rankings named Charles of Italy Beauty College the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the small city of Lake Havasu City, Charles of Italy Beauty College is a private for-profit college with a small student population.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at Charles of Italy Beauty College take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $8,643.

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Our 2023 rankings named Tucson College of Beauty the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Tucson College of Beauty is a small private for-profit school located in the large city of Tucson.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at Tucson College of Beauty take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $7,735.

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Turning Point Beauty College

Casa Grande, AZ

Our 2023 rankings named Turning Point Beauty College the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the rural area of Casa Grande, Turning Point Beauty College is a private for-profit school with a small student population.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from Turning Point Beauty College carry an average student debtload of $8,698.

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All Beauty College

Kingman, AZ

Our 2023 rankings named All Beauty College the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the town of Kingman, All Beauty College is a private for-profit school with a student population.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at All Beauty College take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $9,529.

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Our analysis found Aveda Institute - Phoenix to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Located in the medium-sized city of Tempe, Aveda Institute - Phoenix is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.

On average, cosmetology graduates from Aveda Institute - Phoenix take out $8,710 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $91.

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All Beauty College

Lake Havasu City, AZ

Our 2023 rankings named All Beauty College the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. All Beauty College is a private for-profit school located in the city of Lake Havasu City.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at All Beauty College take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $9,529.

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Studio Academy of Beauty

Chandler, AZ

Our analysis found Studio Academy of Beauty to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Located in the city of Chandler, Studio Academy of Beauty is a private for-profit college with a small student population.

While working on their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology majors at Studio Academy of Beauty accumulate an average of around $6,529 in student debt. The average monthly payment of a loan this size is about $47, assuming that the borrower is on a 10-year repayment plan.

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Our analysis found TONI&GUY Hairdressing Academy to be the best value school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a undergraduate certificate in Arizona. Located in the large suburb of Scottsdale, TONI&GUY Hairdressing Academy is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.

After completing their Undergraduate Certificate, cosmetology graduates from TONI&GUY Hairdressing Academy carry an average student debtload of $12,669. For students who choose a 10-year repayment plan, the average monthly student loan payment is $89.

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Our 2023 rankings named Arizona Academy of Beauty - East the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the city of Tucson, Arizona Academy of Beauty - East is a private for-profit college with a small student population.

On average, cosmetology graduates from Arizona Academy of Beauty - East take out $5,830 in student loans while working on their Undergraduate Certificate.

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Penrose Academy

Scottsdale, AZ

Our 2023 rankings named Penrose Academy the best value school in Arizona for cosmetology students working on their undergraduate certificate. Located in the city of Scottsdale, Penrose Academy is a private for-profit college with a small student population.

The average amount in student loans that cosmetology majors at Penrose Academy take out while working on their Undergraduate Certificate is $7,182. When it comes time to repay the loan, graduates who are on a 10-year repayment plan pay an average monthly payment of $120.

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Additional Noteworthy Schools

These are some additional schools worth mentioning that are also great but just didn't quite make the cut to earn our top Best Value Cosmetology Undergraduate Certificate Schools in Arizona award.

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Best Value Cosmetology Colleges in the Southwest Region

Explore all the Best Value Cosmetology Colleges in the Southwest Area or other specific states within that region.

State Degrees Awarded
Texas 10,777
Oklahoma 1,553
New Mexico 956

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 19 schools only.

  • 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.

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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