Beauty Schools in Charleston, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Charleston, Illinois. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Beauty Schools Near Charleston, IL

#1

Lake Land College

Mattoon, IL 12 miles away BOC Score 53.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,415
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,301
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 2,930

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

J Michael Harrold Beauty Academy

Terre Haute, IN 42.4 miles away BOC Score 47.5
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 178

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture

Urbana, IL 43.8 miles away BOC Score 23.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 244

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Reflections Academy of Beauty

Decatur, IL 49.3 miles away BOC Score 20.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 27

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Illinois Eastern Community Colleges

Olney, IL 52.1 miles away BOC Score 57.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 737
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Vincennes University

Vincennes, IN 65.4 miles away BOC Score 48.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 78
  • Annual completions: 1,509
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Vincennes Beauty College

Vincennes, IN 65.8 miles away BOC Score 35.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 32

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Capital Area Career Center

Springfield, IL 78.8 miles away BOC Score 66.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 228

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois

Springfield, IL 79.3 miles away BOC Score 42.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 1,861

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Paul Mitchell the School-Normal

Normal, IL 82 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 75

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $34,040 $16.37 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

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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