Beauty Schools in Cary, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Cary, North Carolina. 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 Cary, NC

#1

Paul Mitchell the School-Raleigh

Raleigh, NC 8.3 miles away BOC Score 24.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 84

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Wake Technical Community College

Raleigh, NC 11.1 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 5,606
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Aveda Institute-Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, NC 16.2 miles away BOC Score 48.3
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  • 201 S. Estes Drive, Space 200 B Chapel Hill, NC 27514-7001
  • (919) 960-4769
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 303

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Central Carolina Community College

Sanford, NC 28.3 miles away BOC Score 60.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 65
  • Annual completions: 1,072
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Johnston Community College

Smithfield, NC 33.2 miles away BOC Score 64.4
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  • In-state tuition: $2,756
  • Out-of-state tuition: $8,900
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 32%
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 1,647
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Alamance Community College

Graham, NC 36.1 miles away BOC Score 50.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 1,011
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Vance-Granville Community College

Henderson, NC 44.2 miles away BOC Score 57.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 624
  • Online programs available

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#8

Piedmont Community College

Roxboro, NC 45.8 miles away BOC Score 52.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 20
  • Annual completions: 257
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Fayetteville, NC 49.6 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 4,671
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Paul Mitchell the School-Fayetteville

Fayetteville, NC 49.7 miles away BOC Score 37.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 172

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North Carolina Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $38,410 $18.47 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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