Massage therapy schools in Ohio
We found 11 schools offering massage therapy training in Ohio, with campuses in Columbus, North Canton, Marietta, and Newark and more. Massage therapists in Ohio earn a median $55,990 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 11
- Public colleges
- 7
- Median pay in OH
- $55,990
- Cities with schools
- 2
11 massage therapy schools
School results
Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County
Newark, OH · Public
- Massage therapy
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +10
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Mason Anthony School of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences
Columbus, OH · Private
- Massage therapy
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- +1
Raphael's School of Beauty Culture Inc-Boardman
Boardman, OH · Private
- Massage therapy
- Cosmetology
- Esthetician
- +1
Massage therapy schools by city
- Reynoldsburg (3 within 30 mi)
- Lancaster (3 within 30 mi)
What massage therapists earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in OhioHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $55,990
- $26.92 an hour
- Typical range
- $40,340–$78,520
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OH
- 1,760
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +15.3%
- 20,400 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 massage therapy schools are in Ohio?
We list 11 schools in Ohio with massage therapy programs: 7 public colleges and 4 private career schools. Campuses are in Columbus, North Canton, Marietta, Newark, and Cleveland.
Are there community college massage therapy programs in Ohio?
Yes. 7 public colleges in Ohio offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does massage therapy school cost in Ohio?
Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,266 to $30,819. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do massage therapists make in Ohio?
The median pay for massage therapists in Ohio is $55,990 a year, and most earn between $40,340 and $78,520, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a massage therapy school in Ohio?
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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Massage therapy schools in other states
- Florida (53)
- California (20)
- Illinois (19)
- Texas (15)
- Virginia (15)
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Iowa (14)
- Louisiana (12)
- Michigan (12)
- Arizona (11)
- Georgia (11)
- North Carolina (11)
- New York (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Colorado (9)
- Minnesota (9)