3 schools · Rhode Island
Cosmetology and barber schools in Rhode Island
3 schools in Rhode Island offer cosmetology and barbering programs, all private, with 3 certificate and 0 associate programs between them. Graduates of the typical certificate program here earned $25,712 a year after finishing, compared with $23,112 nationally.
All cosmetology and barbering programs in Rhode Island
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Beauty School-WarwickProvidence, RI | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 111 | $26,071 | $26,761 | $9,833 | $15,000 |
| COLLECTIV Academy-CranstonCranston, RI | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 102 | $25,712 | $32,091 | $7,667 | $16,148 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode IslandCranston, RI | For-profit trade school | Certificate | 80 | $23,844 | $31,080 | $6,333 | $14,500 |
Cities with the most programs: Cranston (2), Providence (1).
What counts: cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, nail technology and makeup.
Frequently asked questions
How many cosmetology and barber schools are in Rhode Island?
3 schools in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island has the highest earnings?
Empire Beauty School-Warwick in Providence, where certificate graduates earned a median of $26,071 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest cosmetology and barbering school in Rhode Island?
By yearly tuition and fees, Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island in Cranston charges $14,500 (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 Rhode Island?
The typical certificate program in Rhode Island reported median earnings of $25,712 one year after graduation and $31,080 four years after, for graduates who received federal aid and were working.
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Other trades: Medical assistant · LPN and CNA · EMT, surgical tech and imaging · Paralegal
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.