Esthetician schools in South Carolina
Looking for esthetician schools in South Carolina? There are 13, including 1 private nonprofit school and 12 private career schools. Estheticians in South Carolina earn a median $39,670 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 13
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in SC
- $39,670
- Cities with schools
- 6
Esthetician schools by city
- Charleston (4 within 30 mi)
- Columbia (3 within 30 mi)
- Greenville (3 within 30 mi)
- Summerville (4 within 30 mi)
- Spartanburg (3 within 30 mi)
- Lexington (3 within 30 mi)
What estheticians earn in South Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Esthetician salary in South CarolinaHow to become an esthetician
- Median pay
- $39,670
- $19.07 an hour
- Typical range
- $22,530–$80,430
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in SC
- 1,210
- 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 South Carolina?
We list 13 schools in South Carolina with esthetician programs: 1 private nonprofit school and 12 private career schools. Campuses are in Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, Florence, and Goose Creek.
How much does esthetician school cost in South Carolina?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,998 to $21,962. 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 South Carolina?
The median pay for estheticians in South Carolina is $39,670 a year, and most earn between $22,530 and $80,430, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a esthetician school in South 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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