Beauty Schools in San Clemente, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in San Clemente, California. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Beauty Schools Near San Clemente, CA

#1

Saddleback College

Mission Viejo, CA 7.5 miles away BOC Score 71.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,860
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 57
  • Annual completions: 1,490
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Irvine Valley College

Irvine, CA 18.3 miles away BOC Score 65.0
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,860
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 57%
  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,168

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Paul Mitchell the School-Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa, CA 24.9 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 610

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Santa Ana Beauty Academy

Santa Ana, CA 25.4 miles away BOC Score 53.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 58

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

MiraCosta College

Oceanside, CA 25.5 miles away BOC Score 54.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 44
  • Annual completions: 1,062

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Santiago Canyon College

Orange, CA 25.5 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 1,282

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Coastline Beauty College

Fountain Valley, CA 26.1 miles away BOC Score 45.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 273

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Paul Mitchell the School-Temecula

Temecula, CA 26.8 miles away BOC Score 34.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 511

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Santa Ana Beauty College

Santa Ana, CA 27 miles away BOC Score 66.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Salon Success Academy-Corona

Corona, CA 28.2 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 91%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 396

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

California Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $38,660 $18.59 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $35,790 $17.21 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 39-5012 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State-mandated clock hours and how the program’s schedule meets them
  • Licensure exam prep and school pass rates
  • Salon floor hours and real-client experience
  • Kit, supply, and licensing exam costs beyond tuition
  • Specialty focuses (color, cutting, barbering, esthetics)

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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