Esthetician schools in Illinois
We found 32 schools offering esthetician training in Illinois, with campuses in Chicago, Downers Grove, Normal, and Oak Lawn and more. Estheticians in Illinois earn a median $45,330 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 32
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in IL
- $45,330
- Cities with schools
- 17
24 esthetician schools
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Bridgeview
Bridgeview, IL · Private
- Esthetician
- Cosmetology
- Barbering
Esthetician schools by city
- Chicago (21 within 30 mi)
- Aurora (15 within 30 mi)
- Joliet (10 within 30 mi)
- Rockford (5 within 30 mi)
- Elgin (16 within 30 mi)
- Waukegan (9 within 30 mi)
- Schaumburg (20 within 30 mi)
- Evanston (18 within 30 mi)
- Arlington Heights (19 within 30 mi)
- Orland Park (18 within 30 mi)
- Crystal Lake (10 within 30 mi)
- Belleville (3 within 30 mi)
- DeKalb (5 within 30 mi)
- Round Lake Beach (9 within 30 mi)
- Edwardsville (4 within 30 mi)
- Yorkville (9 within 30 mi)
- Oakbrook (22 within 30 mi)
What estheticians earn in Illinois
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $45,330
- $21.79 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,200–$63,920
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in IL
- 2,960
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +8.8%
- 14,200 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 esthetician schools are in Illinois?
We list 32 schools in Illinois with esthetician programs: 1 public college and 31 private career schools. Campuses are in Chicago, Downers Grove, Normal, Oak Lawn, and Crystal Lake.
Are there community college esthetician programs in Illinois?
Yes. 1 public college in Illinois offer esthetician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does esthetician school cost in Illinois?
Among the 31 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,062 to $33,008. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do estheticians make in Illinois?
The median pay for estheticians in Illinois is $45,330 a year, and most earn between $31,200 and $63,920, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a esthetician school in Illinois?
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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