Beauty Schools in Philadelphia, PA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

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

#1

Empire Beauty School-Center City Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 4.3 miles away BOC Score 17.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 190

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Jean Madeline Aveda Institute

Philadelphia, PA 5.1 miles away BOC Score 40.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 436

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Empire Beauty School-Cheltenham

Wyncote, PA 6.1 miles away BOC Score 22.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 127

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Empire Beauty School-Cherry Hill

Cherry Hill, NJ 7.4 miles away BOC Score 28.9
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  • 2100 State Highway #38 Plaza Cherry Hill Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
  • (800) 920-4593
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 55%
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 155

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

P B Cosmetology Education Center

Gloucester, NJ 7.5 miles away BOC Score 49.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 144

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Venus Beauty Academy

Aston, PA 10.1 miles away BOC Score 52.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 126

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Empire Beauty School-NE Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA 10.2 miles away BOC Score 45.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 175

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

The Beauty Institute-Ambler

Ambler, PA 11.2 miles away BOC Score 35.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 389

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Bucks County School of Beauty Culture Inc

Feasterville, PA 11.2 miles away BOC Score 58.3
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 92%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 158

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Empire Beauty School-Springfield

Springfield, PA 12.4 miles away BOC Score 35.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 190

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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