3 schools · Maine
Cosmetology and barber schools in Maine
3 schools in Maine offer cosmetology and barbering programs, all private, with 3 certificate and 0 associate programs between them. Graduates of the typical certificate program here earned $23,950 a year after finishing, compared with $23,112 nationally.
All cosmetology and barbering programs in Maine
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spa Tech Institute-WestbrookWestbrook, ME | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 199 | $31,935 | $33,429 | $6,333 | $13,950 |
| Capilo School of Hair DesignAugusta, ME | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 164 | $23,950 | $27,755 | $7,586 | $17,000 |
| Empire Beauty School-MaineBangor, ME | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 44 | $23,015 | $27,163 | $12,924 | $17,625 |
Cities with the most programs: Westbrook (1), Augusta (1), Bangor (1).
What counts: cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology and makeup.
Frequently asked questions
How many cosmetology and barber schools are in Maine?
3 schools in Maine awarded cosmetology and barbering certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 3 certificate and 0 associate programs.
Which cosmetology and barbering program in Maine has the highest earnings?
Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook in Westbrook, where certificate graduates earned a median of $31,935 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest cosmetology and barbering school in Maine?
By yearly tuition and fees, Spa Tech Institute-Westbrook in Westbrook charges $13,950 (2025-26). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
How much do cosmetology and barbering graduates make in Maine?
The typical certificate program in Maine reported median earnings of $23,950 one year after graduation and $27,755 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.