Beauty Schools in Princeton, NJ

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Princeton, New Jersey. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Beauty Schools Near Princeton, NJ

#1

Innovate Salon Academy

Ewing, NJ 9.4 miles away BOC Score 54.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 234

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Innovate Salon Academy

South Plainfield, NJ 18.3 miles away BOC Score 54.6
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 417

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

MCVSD

Freehold, NJ 22.3 miles away BOC Score 37.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 80

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Robert Fiance Beauty Schools-North Plainfield

North Plainfield, NJ 22.4 miles away BOC Score 46.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 201

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Pro Beauty Academy

Edison, NJ 22.8 miles away BOC Score 37.5
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 66%
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 285

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Bucks County School of Beauty Culture Inc

Feasterville, PA 23.4 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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  • Graduation rate: 92%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 158

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Union County Vocational Technical School

Scotch Plains, NJ 24.4 miles away BOC Score 67.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 230

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Empire Beauty School-NE Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 24.5 miles away BOC Score 45.3
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 175

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#9

Burlington County Institute of Technology-Adult Education

Westampton, NJ 24.9 miles away BOC Score 61.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 28
  • Annual completions: 168

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#10

Salon Professional Academy

Howell, NJ 28 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 295

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New Jersey Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

New Jersey
New Jersey Median Pay $36,150 $17.38 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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