Beauty Schools in Lancaster, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 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 Lancaster, PA

#1

Lancaster School of Cosmetology & Therapeutic Bodywork

Lancaster, PA 0.9 miles away BOC Score 59.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 288

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Empire Beauty School-Lancaster

Lancaster, PA 2.8 miles away BOC Score 54.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 119

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Empire Beauty School-Lebanon

Lebanon, PA 21.8 miles away BOC Score 44.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 47

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

York County School of Technology-Adult & Continuing Education

York, PA 21.9 miles away BOC Score 77.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 830

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Empire Beauty School-York

York, PA 23.2 miles away BOC Score 41.1
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  • 2592 Eastern Blvd, Kingston Square Shopping Ctr York, PA 17402
  • (800) 920-4593
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 84

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

American Barber and Beauty Academy

Reading, PA 27 miles away BOC Score 66.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 231

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Empire Beauty School-Reading

Reading, PA 30 miles away BOC Score 37.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 66

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Berks Career & Technology Center

Leesport, PA 33.1 miles away BOC Score 44.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 41

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Empire Beauty School-Harrisburg

Harrisburg, PA 33.6 miles away BOC Score 35.6
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  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 148

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Barber and Beauty Academy of Pennsylvania

Harrisburg, PA 34.6 miles away BOC Score 73.7
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 140

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $36,790 $17.69 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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