Barber schools in Massachusetts

We found 5 schools offering barbering training in Massachusetts, with campuses in Lunenburg, Quincy, Malden, and Fall River and more. Barbers in the U.S. earn a median $38,210 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
0
Median pay (U.S.)
$38,210
Cities with schools
4

5 barbering schools

School results

  1. Alexander Academy

    Lunenburg, MA · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology

  2. Massachusetts School of Barbering

    Quincy, MA · Private

    • Barbering

  3. New England Hair Academy

    Malden, MA · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology
    • Nail technician

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  5. Rob Roy Academy-Fall River

    Fall River, MA · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician

  6. Rob Roy Academy-Worcester

    Worcester, MA · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology

Barber schools by city

What barbers earn nationally

BLS doesn't publish a Massachusetts figure for this job, so these are national numbers. Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Barber salaryHow to become a barber

Median pay
$38,210
$18.37 an hour
Typical range
$28,600–$76,460
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in the U.S.
15,000
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.3%
6,900 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many barbering schools are in Massachusetts?

We list 5 schools in Massachusetts with barbering programs: 5 private career schools. Campuses are in Lunenburg, Quincy, Malden, Fall River, and Worcester.

How much does barbering school cost in Massachusetts?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $15,216 to $32,061. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do barbers make in Massachusetts?

The BLS doesn't publish a Massachusetts figure for this job. Nationally, the median is $38,210 a year.

How do I choose a barbering school in Massachusetts?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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