Beauty Schools in Alexandria, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare beauty schools programs in Alexandria, Virginia. 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 Alexandria, VA

#1

Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Lafayette-Arlington

Arlington, VA 4.4 miles away BOC Score 27.8
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  • 671 North Glebe Road, Suite 1280 Arlington, VA 22203-2137
  • (877) 892-8332
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 388

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

The Salon Professional Academy-Washington DC

Washington, DC 5.9 miles away BOC Score 34.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 183

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Hair Academy II

Hillcrest Heights, MD 6.9 miles away BOC Score 35.7
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  • Iverson Mall, 3705 Branch Avenue, Lower Level Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748-1401
  • (301) 459-2509
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 213

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Bennett Career Institute

Washington, DC 9.3 miles away BOC Score 27.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 124

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Paul Mitchell the School-Tysons Corner

McLean, VA 9.4 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 124

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Columbia College

Vienna, VA 11.2 miles away BOC Score 52.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 118
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Montgomery Beauty School

Silver Spring, MD 12.7 miles away BOC Score 19.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 3
  • Annual completions: 58

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Hair Academy

New Carrollton, MD 14.6 miles away BOC Score 20.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 184

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Avi Career Training

Great Falls, VA 15.8 miles away BOC Score 61.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 76

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Virginia Beauty Schools Salary Snapshot

Virginia
Virginia Median Pay N/A
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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