Cosmetology schools in Medina, OH

10 schools within 30 miles of Medina, OH offer cosmetology programs, and the closest is Raphael's School of Beauty Culture Inc-Brunswick in Brunswick, 8 miles away. Cosmetologists in Ohio earn a median $36,260 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
10
Closest
8 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in OH
$36,260

10 cosmetology schools within 30 mi of Medina, OH

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  1. Raphael's School of Beauty Culture Inc-Brunswick

    Brunswick, OH · 8.0 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • Nail technician
  2. Brown Aveda Institute-Strongsville

    Strongsville, OH · 12 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
  3. Gerbers Akron Beauty School

    Akron, OH · 15 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Nail technician
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  5. Wayne County Schools Career Center

    Smithville, OH · 19 mi · Public

    • Cosmetology
    • Welding
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +3
  6. Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

    Brecksville, OH · 19 mi · Public

    • Cosmetology
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +5
  7. Lorain County Joint Vocational School District

    Oberlin, OH · 20 mi · Public

    • Cosmetology
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +7
  8. Portage Lakes Career Center

    Uniontown, OH · 25 mi · Public

    • Cosmetology
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +5
  9. Paul Mitchell the School-Cleveland

    Twinsburg, OH · 25 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
  10. Allstate Hairstyling & Barber College

    Cleveland, OH · 26 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
  11. Northern Institute of Cosmetology

    Lorain, OH · 28 mi · Private

    • Cosmetology

What cosmetologists earn in Ohio

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

Median pay
$36,260
$17.43 an hour
Typical range
$23,520–$77,330
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in OH
12,890
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

What are the closest cosmetology schools to Medina?

The closest are Raphael's School of Beauty Culture Inc-Brunswick (Brunswick, 8 mi), Brown Aveda Institute-Strongsville (Strongsville, 12 mi), and Gerbers Akron Beauty School (Akron, 15 mi). In total, 10 schools within 30 miles teach cosmetology.

How much do cosmetology programs near Medina cost?

For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,310 to $29,232. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do cosmetologists make near Medina?

Across Ohio, the median pay is $36,260 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a cosmetology school in Medina?

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.