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Cosmetology in Washington

Cosmetology Schools in Washington

2,259 students earned Cosmetology degrees in Washington in the 2021-2022 year.

In terms of popularity, Cosmetology is the 2nd most popular major in the state out of a total 52 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Cosmetology Majors in Washington

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 1,123
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 1,123
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1,048
Associate Degree 88

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of cosmetology majors in Washington is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.7%
  • Black or African American: 5.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 20.6%
  • White: 54.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.1%
  • Other Races: 14.5%
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Jobs for Cosmetology Grads in Washington

19,650 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 Washington

A typical salary for a cosmetology grad in the state is $46,520, compared to a typical salary of $33,220 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Washington that offer cosmetology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

556 Degrees in Major Awarded
765 Total Students

69% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. Graduates earn an average $25,280 after graduation.

147 Degrees in Major Awarded
286 Total Students

The 3.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. An average student at Paul Mitchell the School Richland will pay a net price of $18,369. 22 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

104 Degrees in Major Awarded
113 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private institution charges an average net price of $18,155. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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Studio Beauty School

Spokane Valley
101 Degrees in Major Awarded
82 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.60% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 59% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.

100 Degrees in Major Awarded
130 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $25,744 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $18,036. 86% of students get financical aid.

94 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,846 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time. A typical student attending CPTC will pay a net price of $6,181. In their early career, CPTC grads earn an average salary of $36,190.

84 Degrees in Major Awarded
83 Total Students

An average student at International Beauty Education Center will pay a net price of $11,971. The 7.40% student loan default rate is lower than average. 91% of students get financical aid.

76 Degrees in Major Awarded
233 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.90% which is lower than average. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $11,956. 26 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

76 Degrees in Major Awarded
105 Total Students

In their early career, Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design grads earn an average salary of $23,447. The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. An average student at Glen Dow Academy of Hair Design will pay a net price of $10,650.

Cosmetology Careers in WA

Some of the careers cosmetology majors go into include:

Job Title WA Job Growth WA Median Salary
Barbers 30% $54,180
Manicurists and Pedicurists 29% $29,760
Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists 27% $35,020
Skincare Specialists 26% $42,460
Personal Service Worker Supervisors 17% $43,730
Makeup Artists 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in WA
Culinary Arts 342
Funeral & Mortuary Science 22

View all majors related to Cosmetology

View Nationwide Cosmetology Report

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