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Cosmetology in Rhode Island

Cosmetology Schools in Rhode Island

In 2021-2022, 247 students earned their Cosmetology degrees in RI.

In terms of popularity, Cosmetology is the 6th most popular major in the state out of a total 34 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Cosmetology Majors in Rhode Island

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 172
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 172
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 75

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of cosmetology majors in Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.0%
  • Black or African American: 7.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 24.7%
  • White: 47.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.0%
  • Other Races: 18.2%
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Jobs for Cosmetology Grads in Rhode Island

2,880 people in the state and 790,010 in the nation are employed in jobs related to cosmetology.

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Wages for Cosmetology Jobs in Rhode Island

Cosmetology grads earn an average of $28,730 in the state and $33,220 nationwide.

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There are 3 colleges in Rhode Island that offer cosmetology degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

81 Degrees in Major Awarded
144 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $16,752.

63 Degrees in Major Awarded
134 Total Students

In their early career, Empire Beauty School-Warwick grads earn an average salary of $20,666. 84% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.40%.

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
167 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $23,757. The student loan default rate is 3.40% which is lower than average. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Cosmetology Careers in RI

Some of the careers cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Manicurists and Pedicurists 8% $23,380
Personal Service Worker Supervisors 7% $39,830
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 7% $26,490

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

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Culinary Arts 403

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