Beauty Schools in Cincinnati, OH

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Cincinnati, Ohio. 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 Cincinnati, OH

#1

Paul Mitchell the School-Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH 2.8 miles away BOC Score 44.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 242

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Empire Beauty School-Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH 4.2 miles away BOC Score 25.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 154

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Moler Hollywood Beauty Academy

Cincinnati, OH 5.2 miles away BOC Score 48.2
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 83%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 54

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Empire Beauty School-Florence

Florence, KY 11.2 miles away BOC Score 37.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 132

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Moler-Pickens Beauty Academy

Fairfield, OH 14.4 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 16.6 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 26 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 37.4 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 51 miles away BOC Score 21.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 61

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology-North Dayton

Dayton, OH 52.1 miles away BOC Score 42.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 261

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Ohio Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

Ohio
Ohio Median Pay $36,260 $17.43 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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