Cosmetology schools in Oklahoma
Looking for cosmetology schools in Oklahoma? There are 45, including 25 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 19 private career schools. Cosmetologists in Oklahoma earn a median $29,650 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 45
- Public colleges
- 25
- Median pay in OK
- $29,650
- Cities with schools
- 13
Cosmetology schools by city
- Oklahoma City (11 within 30 mi)
- Tulsa (5 within 30 mi)
- Norman (13 within 30 mi)
- Edmond (11 within 30 mi)
- Lawton (3 within 30 mi)
- Stillwater (3 within 30 mi)
- Shawnee (4 within 30 mi)
- Ponca City (3 within 30 mi)
- Duncan (3 within 30 mi)
- Durant (4 within 30 mi)
- El Reno (10 within 30 mi)
- Okmulgee (3 within 30 mi)
- Drumright (3 within 30 mi)
What cosmetologists earn in Oklahoma
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Cosmetologist salary in OklahomaHow to become a cosmetologist
- Median pay
- $29,650
- $14.26 an hour
- Typical range
- $18,980–$60,390
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OK
- 1,920
- 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 Oklahoma?
We list 45 schools in Oklahoma with cosmetology programs: 25 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 19 private career schools. Campuses are in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Enid, Durant, and Muskogee.
Are there community college cosmetology programs in Oklahoma?
Yes. 25 public colleges in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
Among the 34 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,062 to $24,213. 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 Oklahoma?
The median pay for cosmetologists in Oklahoma is $29,650 a year, and most earn between $18,980 and $60,390, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Oklahoma?
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 Oklahoma
- LPN programs (31)
- Auto mechanic schools (29)
- Welding schools (29)
- CNA classes (26)
- Criminal justice programs (24)
- HVAC schools (23)
- Carpentry schools (23)
- Electrician schools (20)
- Medical assistant schools (20)
- IT schools (19)
- Auto body schools (18)
- Esthetician schools (17)
- Barber schools (16)
- Diesel mechanic schools (15)
- Drafting schools (14)
- CNC machining schools (14)
Cosmetology schools in other states
- Texas (136)
- California (119)
- Florida (104)
- Illinois (64)
- North Carolina (63)
- Pennsylvania (55)
- Ohio (48)
- Tennessee (43)
- Georgia (42)
- Michigan (41)
- New York (34)
- Louisiana (32)
- Puerto Rico (32)
- Arkansas (30)
- Wisconsin (30)
- Indiana (29)