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36 Colleges
$15,565 Avg Salary
$10,334 Avg Student Debt
Finding the Best Cosmetology School for You
Cosmetology is the most popular major in Georgia with 4,283 degrees and certificates handed out in 2021-2022.
There are so many trade school programs in today's world that it can tough to figure out which one is the right one for you. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.
The Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in Georgia ranking is one of many tools that Trade College Search has developed to help you make your educational decision. This report analyzed 36 schools in Georgia to see which ones offered the best programs for trade school students.
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2023 Best Cosmetology Schools in Georgia
Check out the cosmetology programs at these schools if you want to get the best education that money can buy.
Top 10 Best Cosmetology Schools
Our analysis found Elaine Sterling Institute to be the best school for cosmetology students who want to pursue a degree in Georgia. Located in the city of Atlanta, Elaine Sterling Institute is a private for-profit college with a small student population.
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#2
Paul Mitchell the School Esani
Roswell, GA
You’ll join some of the best and brightest minds around you if you attend Paul Mitchell the School Esani. The school came in at #2 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in Georgia list. Paul Mitchell the School Esani is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the city of Roswell.
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#3
Keune Academy by 124
Lawrenceville, GA
The excellent programs at Keune Academy by 124 helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the best cosmetology schools in Georgia. Located in the large suburb of Lawrenceville, Keune Academy by 124 is a private for-profit school with a small student population.
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#4
Empire Beauty School-Kennesaw
Kennesaw, GA
The excellent programs at Empire Beauty School-Kennesaw helped the school earn the #4 place on this year’s ranking of the best cosmetology schools in Georgia. Located in the large suburb of Kennesaw, Empire Beauty School-Kennesaw is a private for-profit school with a small student population.
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Empire Beauty School-Gwinnett
Lawrenceville, GA
You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Empire Beauty School-Gwinnett. It ranked #5 on our 2023 Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in Georgia list. Empire Beauty School-Gwinnett is a fairly small private for-profit school located in the large suburb of Lawrenceville.
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Empire Beauty School-Morrow
Morrow, GA
Empire Beauty School-Morrow landed the #6 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best cosmetology programs. Empire Beauty School-Morrow is a small private for-profit school located in the large suburb of Morrow.
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#7
Atlanta School of Massage
Atlanta, GA
Atlanta School of Massage came in at #7 in this year’s edition of the Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in Georgia ranking. Located in the suburb of Atlanta, Atlanta Institute of Aesthetics is a private for-profit school with a small student population.
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#8
Empire Beauty School-Northlake
Atlanta, GA
Empire Beauty School-Northlake landed the #8 spot in the 2023 rankings for the best cosmetology programs. Located in the large suburb of Atlanta, Empire Beauty School-Northlake is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
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Georgia Career Institute
Conyers, GA
Georgia Career Institute ranked #9 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in Georgia list. Located in the large suburb of Conyers, Georgia Career Institute is a private for-profit school with a fairly small student population.
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#10
Marietta, GA
Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy-Atlanta ranked #10 on this year’s Best Cosmetology Trade Schools in Georgia list. Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy-Atlanta is a private for-profit school located in the city of Marietta.
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Best Cosmetology Colleges in the Southeast Region
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| State | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 1,516 |
| Arkansas | 1,191 |
| North Carolina | 2,549 |
| Florida | 10,801 |
| Virginia | 1,085 |
| Louisiana | 3,726 |
| West Virginia | 377 |
| Alabama | 821 |
| Kentucky | 1,003 |
| Tennessee | 2,270 |
| Mississippi | 872 |
One of 4 majors within the trade school area of study, cosmetology has other similar majors worth exploring.
Cosmetology Focus Areas
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | 50,210 |
| Aesthetician/Esthetician & Skin Care Specialist | 40,040 |
| Nail Technician/Specialist & Manicurist | 13,960 |
| Barbering/Barber | 9,893 |
| Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist | 2,907 |
| Other Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts | 2,184 |
| Master Aesthetician/Esthetician | 1,729 |
| Hair Styling/Stylist & Hair Design | 1,238 |
| Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, & Nail Instructor | 1,230 |
| Make-Up Artist/Specialist | 440 |
| Electrolysis/Electrology & Electrolysis Technician | 354 |
| Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager | 336 |
| Permanent Cosmetics/Makeup & Tattooing | 90 |
Most Popular Related Majors
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Culinary Arts | 22,075 |
| 2,186 | |
| Casino Operations and Services | 385 |
| 95 |
Notes and References
*These averages are for the top 25 schools only.
- Read more about our ranking methodology.
- The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
- Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
- Credit for the banner image above goes to Tiffany Bumgardner.
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