Massage therapy schools in Virginia
We found 15 schools offering massage therapy training in Virginia, with campuses in Richmond, Chester, Virginia Beach, and Newport News and more. Massage therapists in Virginia earn a median $62,220 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 15
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in VA
- $62,220
- Cities with schools
- 7
15 massage therapy schools
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Eastern Virginia Career College
Fredericksburg, VA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
ECPI University
Virginia Beach, VA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
Patrick & Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA · Public
- Massage therapy
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +8
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA · Public
- Massage therapy
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +14
Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy
Lynchburg, VA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Cosmetology
- Barbering
- +1
Massage therapy schools by city
- Virginia Beach (4 within 30 mi)
- Chesapeake (4 within 30 mi)
- Richmond (4 within 30 mi)
- Norfolk (5 within 30 mi)
- Newport News (4 within 30 mi)
- Suffolk (3 within 30 mi)
- Petersburg (4 within 30 mi)
What massage therapists earn in Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in VirginiaHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $62,220
- $29.91 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,070–$119,570
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in VA
- 2,730
- 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 Virginia?
We list 15 schools in Virginia with massage therapy programs: 3 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 11 private career schools. Campuses are in Richmond, Chester, Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Vienna.
Are there community college massage therapy programs in Virginia?
Yes. 3 public colleges in Virginia 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 Virginia?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,102 to $24,842. 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 Virginia?
The median pay for massage therapists in Virginia is $62,220 a year, and most earn between $38,070 and $119,570, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a massage therapy school in Virginia?
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)
- Puerto Rico (15)
- Iowa (14)
- Louisiana (12)
- Michigan (12)
- Arizona (11)
- Georgia (11)
- North Carolina (11)
- Ohio (11)
- New York (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Colorado (9)
- Minnesota (9)