Nail tech schools in Colorado

Looking for nail technician schools in Colorado? There are 7, including 2 public colleges and 5 private career schools. Nail technicians in Colorado earn a median $37,110 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
2
Median pay in CO
$37,110
Cities with schools
1

7 nail technician schools

School results

  1. International Salon and Spa Academy

    Colorado Springs, CO · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  2. Paul Mitchell the School-Colorado Springs

    Colorado Springs, CO · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Barbering
    • +1
  3. Pickens Technical College

    Aurora, CO · Public

    • Nail technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18
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  5. Technical College of the Rockies

    Delta, CO · Public

    • Nail technician
    • Carpentry
    • Automotive technician
    • +10
  6. The Salon Professional Academy-Colorado Springs

    Colorado Springs, CO · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
  7. Tuana European Beauty Academy

    Fort Collins, CO · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician
  8. United Beauty College

    Denver, CO · Private

    • Nail technician
    • Cosmetology
    • Esthetician

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What nail technicians earn in Colorado

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

Median pay
$37,110
$17.84 an hour
Typical range
$32,030–$64,590
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CO
3,970
Job growth, 2025–35
+9.2%
21,900 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 nail technician schools are in Colorado?

We list 7 schools in Colorado with nail technician programs: 2 public colleges and 5 private career schools. Campuses are in Colorado Springs, Aurora, Delta, Fort Collins, and Denver.

Are there community college nail technician programs in Colorado?

Yes. 2 public colleges in Colorado offer nail technician. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does nail technician school cost in Colorado?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,796 to $22,022. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do nail technicians make in Colorado?

The median pay for nail technicians in Colorado is $37,110 a year, and most earn between $32,030 and $64,590, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a nail technician school in Colorado?

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.