Cosmetology schools in Missouri
Looking for cosmetology schools in Missouri? There are 25, including 3 public colleges and 22 private career schools. Cosmetologists in Missouri earn a median $30,750 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 25
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in MO
- $30,750
- Cities with schools
- 11
24 cosmetology schools
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House of Heavilin Beauty College-Blue Springs
Blue Springs, MO · Private
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- Nail technician
Missouri College of Cosmetology and Esthetics
Jefferson City, MO · Private
- Cosmetology
- Barbering
- Esthetician
- +1
Cosmetology schools by city
- Kansas City (10 within 30 mi)
- St. Louis (4 within 30 mi)
- Springfield (3 within 30 mi)
- Lee's Summit (10 within 30 mi)
- O'Fallon (4 within 30 mi)
- Joplin (3 within 30 mi)
- Cape Girardeau (3 within 30 mi)
- Ballwin (5 within 30 mi)
- Rolla (3 within 30 mi)
- Neosho (3 within 30 mi)
- Waynesville (3 within 30 mi)
What cosmetologists earn in Missouri
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Cosmetologist salary in MissouriHow to become a cosmetologist
- Median pay
- $30,750
- $14.78 an hour
- Typical range
- $28,600–$58,530
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MO
- 5,430
- 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 Missouri?
We list 25 schools in Missouri with cosmetology programs: 3 public colleges and 22 private career schools. Campuses are in Springfield, Cape Girardeau, Kansas City, Saint Louis, and Raymore.
Are there community college cosmetology programs in Missouri?
Yes. 3 public colleges in Missouri 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 Missouri?
Among the 24 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,166 to $28,418. 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 Missouri?
The median pay for cosmetologists in Missouri is $30,750 a year, and most earn between $28,600 and $58,530, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Missouri?
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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- Esthetician schools (16)
- Industrial maintenance schools (16)
- Medical assistant schools (16)
- HVAC schools (14)
- Auto mechanic schools (13)
- EMT and paramedic schools (12)
- Criminal justice programs (11)
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- OTA programs (11)
- Surgical tech schools (11)
- Nail tech schools (10)
- IT schools (10)
- PTA programs (9)
- Barber schools (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)