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2024 Best Cosmetology Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region

1 College in the Middle Atlantic Region
12,458 Cosmetology Degrees Awarded
$17,981 Avg Early-Career Salary
Cosmetology is about average in terms of popularity for degree programs. That is, it ranks #226 out of the 395 majors across the country that we analyze each year. As such, the degree program isn't offered at every college in the United States, but there are schools that do have a program in the field that are top-notch when it comes to quality.

There was only one school in the Middle Atlantic Region to review for the 2024 Best Cosmetology Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking.

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Associate Degrees in Cosmetology

The cosmetology school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Cosmetology Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.

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Best Schools for Cosmetology in the Middle Atlantic Region

Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the cosmetology degree levels they offer.

Top Middle Atlantic Region Schools in Cosmetology

1
Associate Degree Highest Degree Type
112 Cosmetology Degrees Awarded
$17,448 Median Starting Salary

Douglas Education Center is a wonderful choice for students interested in a degree in cosmetology. Douglas Education Center is a small private for-profit school located in the suburb of Monessen.

Graduates who receive their degree from the cosmetology program earn an average of $17,448 in the first couple years of their career.

More information about a degree in cosmetology from Douglas Education Center

Best Cosmetology Colleges by State

Explore the best cosmetology colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Pennsylvania 334 60

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Cosmetology is one of 4 different types of Personal & Culinary Services programs to choose from.

Cosmetology Focus Areas

Major Annual Graduates
General Cosmetology/Cosmetologist 5,135
Aesthetician/Esthetician & Skin Care Specialist 4,818
Nail Technician/Specialist & Manicurist 1,100
Barbering/Barber 645
Hair Styling/Stylist & Hair Design 204
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, & Nail Instructor 161
Other Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts 129
Master Aesthetician/Esthetician 99
Make-Up Artist/Specialist 85
Electrolysis/Electrology & Electrolysis Technician 82

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Related Major Annual Graduates
Culinary Arts 2,191
Funeral & Mortuary Science 422

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