Cosmetology schools in Virginia
We found 18 schools offering cosmetology training in Virginia, with campuses in Newport News, Petersburg, Virginia Beach, and Vienna and more. Cosmetologists in the U.S. earn a median $35,790 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 18
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay (U.S.)
- $35,790
- Cities with schools
- 9
18 cosmetology schools
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Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy
Lynchburg, VA · Private
- Cosmetology
- Massage therapy
- Barbering
- +1
Tomorrow's Image Barber And Beauty Academy of Virginia
Newport News, VA · Private
- Cosmetology
- Barbering
Cosmetology schools by city
- Virginia Beach (3 within 30 mi)
- Chesapeake (5 within 30 mi)
- Richmond (4 within 30 mi)
- Norfolk (6 within 30 mi)
- Newport News (6 within 30 mi)
- Suffolk (5 within 30 mi)
- Leesburg (5 within 30 mi)
- Manassas (7 within 30 mi)
- Petersburg (3 within 30 mi)
What cosmetologists earn nationally
BLS doesn't publish a Virginia figure for this job, so these are national numbers. Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $35,790
- $17.21 an hour
- Typical range
- $27,040–$71,190
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in the U.S.
- 305,710
- 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 Virginia?
We list 18 schools in Virginia with cosmetology programs: 1 public college and 17 private career schools. Campuses are in Newport News, Petersburg, Virginia Beach, Vienna, and Hampton.
Are there community college cosmetology programs in Virginia?
Yes. 1 public college in Virginia 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 Virginia?
Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,780 to $33,455. 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 Virginia?
The BLS doesn't publish a Virginia figure for this job. Nationally, the median is $35,790 a year.
How do I choose a cosmetology school in Virginia?
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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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)