Beauty Schools in Highland Park, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Highland Park, 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 Highland Park, IL

#1

I M Beauty School

Glenview, IL 8.3 miles away BOC Score 80.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 13

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills, IL 8.6 miles away BOC Score 37.2
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  • 226 Hawthorn Village Commons Vernon Hills, IL 60061-1519
  • (800) 920-4593
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 44

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Rosel School of Cosmetology

Niles, IL 9.3 miles away BOC Score 60.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 59

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville

Libertyville, IL 9.7 miles away BOC Score 55.6
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 325

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Cosmetology Concepts Niles

Niles, IL 10.7 miles away BOC Score 30.2
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 84

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Chicago NW

Chicago, IL 14.2 miles away BOC Score 35.5
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 271

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Chicago NE

Chicago, IL 14.9 miles away BOC Score 22.5
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 181

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Steven Papageorge Hair Academy

Chicago, IL 15.6 miles away BOC Score 59.6
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 33

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#9

G Skin & Beauty Institute

Schaumburg, IL 16.3 miles away BOC Score 41.8
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 728

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#10

City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College

Chicago, IL 17 miles away BOC Score 46.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 17
  • Annual completions: 357
  • Online programs available

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)

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Career Overview

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