Beauty Schools in Gaithersburg, MD

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Gaithersburg, Maryland. 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 Gaithersburg, MD

#1

Avi Career Training

Great Falls, VA 12 miles away BOC Score 61.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 76

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Montgomery Beauty School

Silver Spring, MD 13.8 miles away BOC Score 19.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 58

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Paul Mitchell the School-Tysons Corner

McLean, VA 14 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 124

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Columbia College

Vienna, VA 16.4 miles away BOC Score 52.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 118
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Bennett Career Institute

Washington, DC 18.2 miles away BOC Score 27.5
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 124

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Lafayette-Arlington

Arlington, VA 18.5 miles away BOC Score 27.8
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  • 671 North Glebe Road, Suite 1280 Arlington, VA 22203-2137
  • (877) 892-8332
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 388

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC

Washington, DC 19.1 miles away BOC Score 34.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 183

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Aspen Beauty Academy of Laurel

Laurel, MD 19.8 miles away BOC Score 33.0
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  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 68

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#9

The Temple-A Paul Mitchell Partner School

Frederick, MD 22.1 miles away BOC Score 51.2
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 164

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#10

Hair Academy

New Carrollton, MD 22.4 miles away BOC Score 20.4
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 184

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Maryland Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

Maryland
Maryland Median Pay $36,420 $17.51 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

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Cosmetology career guide

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