Cosmetology schools in Kentucky
Looking for cosmetology schools in Kentucky? There are 23, including 5 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 16 private career schools. Cosmetologists in Kentucky earn a median $29,840 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 23
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in KY
- $29,840
- Cities with schools
- 8
23 cosmetology schools
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Bluegrass Community & Technical College
Lexington, KY · Public
- Cosmetology
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +21
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, KY · Private
- Cosmetology
- Barbering
- Police academy & criminal justice
Employment Solutions-College for Technical Education
Lexington, KY · Private
- Cosmetology
- Medical assistant
- Esthetician
- +1
PJ's College of Cosmetology-Bowling Green
Bowling Green, KY · Private
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- Nail technician
West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Paducah, KY · Public
- Cosmetology
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +22
Cosmetology schools by city
- Louisville (4 within 30 mi)
- Lexington (4 within 30 mi)
- Bowling Green (4 within 30 mi)
- Georgetown (4 within 30 mi)
- Richmond (5 within 30 mi)
- Frankfort (4 within 30 mi)
- Ashland (3 within 30 mi)
- Glasgow (3 within 30 mi)
What cosmetologists earn in Kentucky
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Cosmetologist salary in KentuckyHow to become a cosmetologist
- Median pay
- $29,840
- $14.35 an hour
- Typical range
- $22,580–$76,170
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in KY
- 2,350
- 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 Kentucky?
We list 23 schools in Kentucky with cosmetology programs: 5 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 16 private career schools. Campuses are in Lexington, Louisville, Bowling Green, Ashland, and Paducah.
Are there community college cosmetology programs in Kentucky?
Yes. 5 public colleges in Kentucky offer cosmetology. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does cosmetology school cost in Kentucky?
Among the 22 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,955 to $29,401. 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 Kentucky?
The median pay for cosmetologists in Kentucky is $29,840 a year, and most earn between $22,580 and $76,170, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Kentucky?
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)