Cosmetology schools in Philadelphia, PA
16 schools within 30 miles of Philadelphia, PA offer cosmetology programs, and 3 are in Philadelphia itself. Cosmetologists in Pennsylvania earn a median $36,790 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 16
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in PA
- $36,790
16 cosmetology schools within 30 mi of Philadelphia, PA
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Bucks County School of Beauty Culture Inc
Feasterville, PA · 13 mi · Private
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- Nail technician
Rizzieri Aveda School for Beauty and Wellness
Voorhees, NJ · 13 mi · Private
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- Nail technician
Burlington County Institute of Technology-Adult Education
Westampton, NJ · 16 mi · Public
- Cosmetology
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +4
The Salon Professional Academy
Collegeville, PA · 22 mi · Private
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- Nail technician
What cosmetologists earn in Pennsylvania
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Cosmetologist salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a cosmetologist
- Median pay
- $36,790
- $17.69 an hour
- Typical range
- $23,700–$68,750
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PA
- 19,350
- 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
What are the closest cosmetology schools to Philadelphia?
The closest are Empire Beauty School-Center City Philadelphia (Philadelphia, 4 mi), Jean Madeline Aveda Institute (Philadelphia, 5 mi), and Empire Beauty School-Cheltenham (Wyncote, 5 mi). In total, 16 schools within 30 miles teach cosmetology.
How much do cosmetology programs near Philadelphia cost?
For the 14 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $15,962 to $23,670. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do cosmetologists make near Philadelphia?
Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $36,790 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 Philadelphia?
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.
Cosmetology schools in nearby cities
- Norristown (13 mi)
- Westampton, NJ (16 mi)
- Trenton, NJ (25 mi)
- Wilmington, DE (28 mi)
- Princeton, NJ (34 mi)
- Vineland, NJ (38 mi)
- Allentown (44 mi)
- Easton (47 mi)
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