Massage therapy schools in Wisconsin

Looking for massage therapy schools in Wisconsin? There are 9, including 3 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Massage therapists in Wisconsin earn a median $58,070 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
3
Median pay in WI
$58,070

9 massage therapy schools

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  1. Aveda Institute-Madison

    Madison, WI · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
    • +1

  2. East-West Healing Arts Institute

    Madison, WI · Private

    • Massage therapy

  3. First Class Cosmetology School

    Beloit, WI · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +2

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  5. Fox Valley Technical College

    Appleton, WI · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +34

  6. Northcentral Technical College

    Wausau, WI · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +27

  7. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

    Green Bay, WI · Public

    • Massage therapy
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  8. The Institute of Beauty and Wellness

    Milwaukee, WI · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +2

  9. The Professional Hair Design Academy

    Eau Claire, WI · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology

  10. The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska

    Onalaska, WI · Private

    • Massage therapy
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician

What massage therapists earn in Wisconsin

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

Massage therapist salary in WisconsinHow to become a massage therapist

Median pay
$58,070
$27.92 an hour
Typical range
$20,280–$105,360
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
1,520
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 Wisconsin?

We list 9 schools in Wisconsin with massage therapy programs: 3 public colleges and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Madison, Beloit, Appleton, Wausau, and Green Bay.

Are there community college massage therapy programs in Wisconsin?

Yes. 3 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,918 to $55,568. 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 Wisconsin?

The median pay for massage therapists in Wisconsin is $58,070 a year, and most earn between $20,280 and $105,360, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a massage therapy school in Wisconsin?

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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