Nail tech schools in Michigan
Looking for nail technician schools in Michigan? There are 20, including 1 public college and 19 private career schools. Nail technicians in Michigan earn a median $36,890 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 20
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in MI
- $36,890
- Cities with schools
- 7
Nail tech schools by city
- Detroit (9 within 30 mi)
- Ann Arbor (3 within 30 mi)
- Farmington Hills (10 within 30 mi)
- Flint (3 within 30 mi)
- Rochester Hills (9 within 30 mi)
- Monroe (4 within 30 mi)
- Brighton (4 within 30 mi)
What nail technicians earn in Michigan
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Nail technician salary in MichiganHow to become a nail technician
- Median pay
- $36,890
- $17.74 an hour
- Typical range
- $27,740–$65,880
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in MI
- 1,020
- 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 Michigan?
We list 20 schools in Michigan with nail technician programs: 1 public college and 19 private career schools. Campuses are in Detroit, Waterford, Bay City, Brighton, and Madison Heights.
Are there community college nail technician programs in Michigan?
Yes. 1 public college in Michigan 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 Michigan?
Among the 16 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,446 to $30,126. 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 Michigan?
The median pay for nail technicians in Michigan is $36,890 a year, and most earn between $27,740 and $65,880, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nail technician school in Michigan?
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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Nail tech schools in other states
- Florida (57)
- California (54)
- Texas (47)
- Puerto Rico (24)
- Ohio (23)
- Pennsylvania (19)
- Oregon (14)
- Utah (14)
- Georgia (13)
- North Carolina (13)
- Tennessee (13)
- Oklahoma (12)
- Wisconsin (12)
- Idaho (11)
- Indiana (11)
- New York (11)