Esthetician schools in North Carolina
We found 24 schools offering esthetician training in North Carolina, with campuses in Wilmington, Graham, Asheville, and Flat Rock and more. Estheticians in North Carolina earn a median $39,120 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 24
- Public colleges
- 20
- Median pay in NC
- $39,120
- Cities with schools
- 13
24 esthetician schools
School results
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC · Public
- Esthetician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +24
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Blue Ridge Community College - North Carolina
Flat Rock, NC · Public
- Esthetician
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +11
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC · Public
- Esthetician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
Esthetician schools by city
- Raleigh (3 within 30 mi)
- Greensboro (3 within 30 mi)
- Durham (4 within 30 mi)
- Gastonia (3 within 30 mi)
- Apex (4 within 30 mi)
- Huntersville (3 within 30 mi)
- Burlington (3 within 30 mi)
- Salisbury (3 within 30 mi)
- Thomasville (3 within 30 mi)
- Shelby (3 within 30 mi)
- Spindale (4 within 30 mi)
- Flat Rock (3 within 30 mi)
- Grantsboro (3 within 30 mi)
What estheticians earn in North Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Esthetician salary in North CarolinaHow to become an esthetician
- Median pay
- $39,120
- $18.81 an hour
- Typical range
- $25,570–$96,660
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NC
- 2,680
- 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 North Carolina?
We list 24 schools in North Carolina with esthetician programs: 20 public colleges and 4 private career schools. Campuses are in Wilmington, Graham, Asheville, Flat Rock, and Morehead City.
Are there community college esthetician programs in North Carolina?
Yes. 20 public colleges in North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
Among the 22 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $995 to $23,108. 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 North Carolina?
The median pay for estheticians in North Carolina is $39,120 a year, and most earn between $25,570 and $96,660, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a esthetician school in North Carolina?
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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