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Cosmetology and barber schools in Hawaii
3 schools in Hawaii offer cosmetology and barbering programs (1 of them public), with 3 certificate and 1 associate programs between them. Graduates of the typical certificate program here earned $22,948 a year after finishing, compared with $23,112 nationally.
All cosmetology and barbering programs in Hawaii
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu Community CollegeHonolulu, HI | Community college | Associate degree | 15 | $30,946 | n/a | n/a | $3,174 |
| Hawaii Institute of Hair DesignHonolulu, HI | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 48 | $24,227 | $19,019 | $9,084 | $15,957 |
| Makana Esthetics Wellness AcademyHonolulu, HI | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 85 | $21,669 | n/a | $6,333 | $12,000 |
| Honolulu Community CollegeHonolulu, HI | Community college | Certificate | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $3,174 |
Cities with the most programs: Honolulu (3).
What counts: cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology and makeup.
Frequently asked questions
How many cosmetology and barber schools are in Hawaii?
3 schools in Hawaii awarded cosmetology and barbering certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 3 certificate and 1 associate programs.
Which cosmetology and barbering program in Hawaii has the highest earnings?
Honolulu Community College in Honolulu, where associate degree graduates earned a median of $30,946 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest cosmetology and barbering school in Hawaii?
By yearly tuition and fees, Honolulu Community College in Honolulu charges $3,174 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
How much do cosmetology and barbering graduates make in Hawaii?
The typical certificate program in Hawaii reported median earnings of $22,948 one year after graduation and $19,019 four years after, for graduates who received federal aid and were working.
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Cosmetology and barber schools nationwide
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.