Cosmetology schools in Delaware

We found 4 schools offering cosmetology training in Delaware, with campuses in Newark and Dagsboro and more. Cosmetologists in Delaware earn a median $34,350 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
0
Median pay in DE
$34,350
Cities with schools
2

4 cosmetology schools

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  1. Delaware Learning Institute of Cosmetology

    Dagsboro, DE · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • Nail technician

  2. Hair Academy School of Barbering & Beauty

    Newark, DE · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering

  3. Paul Mitchell the School-Delaware

    Newark, DE · Private

    • Cosmetology

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  5. Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design

    Newark, DE · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • Nail technician

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What cosmetologists earn in Delaware

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Cosmetologist salary in DelawareHow to become a cosmetologist

Median pay
$34,350
$16.51 an hour
Typical range
$31,200–$75,950
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in DE
1,270
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 Delaware?

We list 4 schools in Delaware with cosmetology programs: 4 private career schools. Campuses are in Newark and Dagsboro.

How much does cosmetology school cost in Delaware?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $12,265 to $18,896. 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 Delaware?

The median pay for cosmetologists in Delaware is $34,350 a year, and most earn between $31,200 and $75,950, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a cosmetology school in Delaware?

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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