Esthetician schools in Minnesota

We found 14 schools offering esthetician training in Minnesota, with campuses in White Bear Lake, Saint Paul, Minneapolis, and Bloomington and more. Estheticians in Minnesota earn a median $44,430 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
14
Public colleges
7
Median pay in MN
$44,430
Cities with schools
5

14 esthetician schools

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  1. Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis

    Minneapolis, MN · Private

    • Esthetician
    • Cosmetology
    • Massage therapy
  2. Century College

    White Bear Lake, MN · Public

    • Esthetician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13
  3. Empire Beauty School-Bloomington

    Bloomington, MN · Private

    • Esthetician
    • Cosmetology
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  5. Minnesota State College Southeast

    Winona, MN · Public

    • Esthetician
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +16
  6. Minnesota State Community and Technical College

    Fergus Falls, MN · Public

    • Esthetician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  7. Minnesota West Community & Technical College

    Granite Falls, MN · Public

    • Esthetician
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +23
  8. Model College of Hair Design

    Saint Cloud, MN · Private

    • Esthetician
    • Cosmetology
    • Nail technician
  9. Nova Academy of Cosmetology

    Rochester, MN · Private

    • Esthetician
    • Cosmetology
    • Nail technician
  10. Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury

    Woodbury, MN · Private

    • Esthetician
    • Cosmetology
    • Nail technician
  11. PCI Academy-Plymouth

    Plymouth, MN · Private

    • Esthetician
    • Cosmetology
  12. Ridgewater College

    Willmar, MN · Public

    • Esthetician
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +19
  13. Riverland Community College

    Austin, MN · Public

    • Esthetician
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +15
  14. Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College

    Saint Paul, MN · Public

    • Esthetician
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +22
  15. The Salon Professional Academy Maplewood

    Maplewood, MN · Private

    • Esthetician
    • Cosmetology

Esthetician schools by city

What estheticians earn in Minnesota

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Median pay
$44,430
$21.36 an hour
Typical range
$23,990–$79,520
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MN
920
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 Minnesota?

We list 14 schools in Minnesota with esthetician programs: 7 public colleges and 7 private career schools. Campuses are in White Bear Lake, Saint Paul, Minneapolis, Bloomington, and Winona.

Are there community college esthetician programs in Minnesota?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

Among the 13 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,427 to $22,283. 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 Minnesota?

The median pay for estheticians in Minnesota is $44,430 a year, and most earn between $23,990 and $79,520, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a esthetician school in Minnesota?

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.