Cosmetology schools in Rhode Island
We found 3 schools offering cosmetology training in Rhode Island, with campuses in Cranston and Providence and more. Cosmetologists in Rhode Island earn a median $31,200 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 3
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in RI
- $31,200
- Cities with schools
- 1
Cosmetology schools by city
- Providence (8 within 30 mi)
What cosmetologists earn in Rhode Island
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Cosmetologist salary in Rhode IslandHow to become a cosmetologist
- Median pay
- $31,200
- $15.00 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,200–$38,630
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in RI
- 1,470
- 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 Rhode Island?
We list 3 schools in Rhode Island with cosmetology programs: 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Cranston and Providence.
How much does cosmetology school cost in Rhode Island?
Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $20,151 to $25,666. 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 Rhode Island?
The median pay for cosmetologists in Rhode Island is $31,200 a year, and most earn between $31,200 and $38,630, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Rhode Island?
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 Rhode Island
- LPN programs (3)
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)