Barber schools in Ohio

Looking for barbering schools in Ohio? There are 10, including 2 public colleges and 8 private career schools. Barbers in the U.S. earn a median $38,210 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
2
Median pay (U.S.)
$38,210
Cities with schools
5

10 barbering schools

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  1. Allstate Hairstyling & Barber College

    Cleveland, OH · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology

  2. Cincinnati School of Barbering & Hair Design

    Cincinnati, OH · Private

    • Barbering

  3. Dayton Barber College

    Miamisburg, OH · Private

    • Barbering

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  5. Elite School of Cosmetology

    Norwalk, OH · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • +1

  6. LaBarberia Institute of Hair

    Mayfield Hts, OH · Private

    • Barbering
    • Esthetician

  7. Meryma'at Barber College

    Cleveland, OH · Private

    • Barbering

  8. Ohio State College of Barber Styling

    Columbus, OH · Private

    • Barbering

  9. Raphael's School of Beauty Culture Inc-Niles

    Niles, OH · Private

    • Barbering
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • +1

  10. Sandusky Career Center

    Sandusky, OH · Public

    • Barbering
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1

  11. Toledo Public Schools Adult and Continuing Education

    Toledo, OH · Public

    • Barbering

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What barbers earn nationally

BLS doesn't publish a Ohio 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 Ohio?

We list 10 schools in Ohio with barbering programs: 2 public colleges and 8 private career schools. Campuses are in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Miamisburg, Norwalk, and Mayfield Hts.

Are there community college barbering programs in Ohio?

Yes. 2 public colleges in Ohio offer barbering. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does barbering school cost in Ohio?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,162 to $32,349. 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 Ohio?

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

How do I choose a barbering school in Ohio?

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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