Cosmetology schools in Connecticut
We found 10 schools offering cosmetology training in Connecticut, with campuses in Waterbury, Wallingford, Branford, and Bridgeport and more. Cosmetologists in Connecticut earn a median $44,620 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in CT
- $44,620
- Cities with schools
- 9
Cosmetology schools by city
- Bridgeport (11 within 30 mi)
- Stamford (14 within 30 mi)
- New Haven (10 within 30 mi)
- Hartford (6 within 30 mi)
- Waterbury (10 within 30 mi)
- Norwalk (12 within 30 mi)
- Danbury (6 within 30 mi)
- Middletown (8 within 30 mi)
- Torrington (4 within 30 mi)
What cosmetologists earn in Connecticut
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Cosmetologist salary in ConnecticutHow to become a cosmetologist
- Median pay
- $44,620
- $21.45 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,010–$72,620
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CT
- 4,090
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +7.7%
- 73,400 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 cosmetology schools are in Connecticut?
We list 10 schools in Connecticut with cosmetology programs: 10 private career schools. Campuses are in Waterbury, Wallingford, Branford, Bridgeport, and Wethersfield.
How much does cosmetology school cost in Connecticut?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,271 to $30,086. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do cosmetologists make in Connecticut?
The median pay for cosmetologists in Connecticut is $44,620 a year, and most earn between $34,010 and $72,620, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Connecticut?
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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Cosmetology schools in other states
- Texas (136)
- California (119)
- Florida (104)
- Illinois (64)
- North Carolina (63)
- Pennsylvania (55)
- Ohio (48)
- Oklahoma (45)
- Tennessee (43)
- Georgia (42)
- Michigan (41)
- New York (34)
- Louisiana (32)
- Puerto Rico (32)
- Arkansas (30)
- Wisconsin (30)