Beauty Schools in Independence, KY

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Independence, Kentucky. 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 Independence, KY

#1

Empire Beauty School-Florence

Florence, KY 5.7 miles away BOC Score 37.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 132

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Paul Mitchell the School-Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH 10.6 miles away BOC Score 44.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 242

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Empire Beauty School-Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH 15.8 miles away BOC Score 25.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 154

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Moler Hollywood Beauty Academy

Cincinnati, OH 17.3 miles away BOC Score 48.2
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 83%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 54

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Moler-Pickens Beauty Academy

Fairfield, OH 27.3 miles away BOC Score 50.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 64

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Aveda Fredric's Institute-Cincinnati

West Chester, OH 29.6 miles away BOC Score 48.5
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  • 7664 Voice of America Centre Drive West Chester, OH 45069
  • (513) 576-9333
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 711

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Warren County Career Center

Lebanon, OH 38.2 miles away BOC Score 62.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 468

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-South Dayton

Dayton, OH 50.5 miles away BOC Score 55.1
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 81%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 83

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

PJ's College of Cosmetology-Richmond

Richmond, IN 62.9 miles away BOC Score 21.0
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 61

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Summit Salon Academy-Lexington

Lexington, KY 63.9 miles away BOC Score 38.5
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 81%
  • Graduation rate: 55%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 249

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Kentucky Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

Kentucky
Kentucky Median Pay $29,840 $14.35 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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