Cosmetology schools in Mississippi
Looking for cosmetology schools in Mississippi? There are 26, including 11 public colleges and 15 private career schools. Cosmetologists in Mississippi earn a median $27,560 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 26
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in MS
- $27,560
- Cities with schools
- 5
24 cosmetology schools
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS · Public
- Cosmetology
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS · Public
- Cosmetology
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +17
Cosmetology schools by city
- Jackson (4 within 30 mi)
- Gulfport (3 within 30 mi)
- Hattiesburg (4 within 30 mi)
- Laurel (4 within 30 mi)
- Perkinston (4 within 30 mi)
What cosmetologists earn in Mississippi
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Cosmetologist salary in MississippiHow to become a cosmetologist
- Median pay
- $27,560
- $13.25 an hour
- Typical range
- $17,370–$58,790
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MS
- 1,040
- 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 Mississippi?
We list 26 schools in Mississippi with cosmetology programs: 11 public colleges and 15 private career schools. Campuses are in Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Clarksdale, Summit, and Grenada.
Are there community college cosmetology programs in Mississippi?
Yes. 11 public colleges in Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
Among the 25 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,525 to $26,734. 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 Mississippi?
The median pay for cosmetologists in Mississippi is $27,560 a year, and most earn between $17,370 and $58,790, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Mississippi?
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.
Other programs in Mississippi
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- Electrician schools (15)
- LPN programs (15)
- Welding schools (15)
- HVAC schools (14)
- Industrial maintenance schools (14)
- CNC machining schools (12)
- Drafting schools (11)
- Culinary schools (11)
- IT schools (11)
- Diesel mechanic schools (10)
- Barber schools (10)
- Medical billing and coding schools (10)
- Radiology tech schools (9)
- Respiratory therapy schools (9)
- Criminal justice programs (9)
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)