12 schools · Nevada
Cosmetology and barber schools in Nevada
12 schools in Nevada offer cosmetology and barbering programs, all private, with 12 certificate and 0 associate programs between them. Graduates of the typical certificate program here earned $23,468 a year after finishing, compared with $23,112 nationally.
All cosmetology and barbering programs in Nevada
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medspa Academies-National Institute of Modern AestheticsLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 190 | $31,501 | $36,624 | $9,500 | $18,000 |
| International Academy of StyleReno, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 103 | $27,903 | $33,691 | $6,295 | $19,300 |
| Avalon Institute-Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 223 | $26,901 | $33,458 | $6,332 | $18,800 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-RenoReno, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 133 | $25,346 | $31,110 | $9,550 | $19,780 |
| Casal Institute of NevadaLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 272 | $24,214 | $30,250 | $6,333 | $11,684 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 152 | $23,501 | $23,480 | $10,556 | $21,005 |
| Sierra Academy of StyleCarson City, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 85 | $23,435 | n/a | $6,333 | $19,700 |
| Milan Institute of Cosmetology-RenoReno, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 152 | $22,434 | $24,392 | $6,333 | $9,641 |
| L Makeup InstituteLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 73 | $22,115 | $30,523 | $6,746 | $24,050 |
| Academy of Hair Design-Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 195 | $21,529 | $24,652 | $6,333 | $24,150 |
| Milan Institute-Las VegasLas Vegas, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 125 | $20,696 | $23,833 | $6,333 | $13,650 |
| Milan Institute-SparksSparks, NV | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 84 | $19,459 | n/a | $6,333 | $14,070 |
Cities with the most programs: Las Vegas (7), Reno (3), Carson City (1), Sparks (1).
What counts: cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology and makeup.
Frequently asked questions
How many cosmetology and barber schools are in Nevada?
12 schools in Nevada awarded cosmetology and barbering certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 12 certificate and 0 associate programs.
Which cosmetology and barbering program in Nevada has the highest earnings?
Medspa Academies-National Institute of Modern Aesthetics in Las Vegas, where certificate graduates earned a median of $31,501 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest cosmetology and barbering school in Nevada?
By yearly tuition and fees, Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Reno in Reno charges $9,641 (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 Nevada?
The typical certificate program in Nevada reported median earnings of $23,468 one year after graduation and $30,387 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.