Esthetician Schools in Walnut Creek, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare esthetician programs in Walnut Creek, California. 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.

Esthetician Schools Near Walnut Creek, CA

#1

Paul Mitchell the School-East Bay

Pleasant Hill, CA 3.2 miles away BOC Score 42.2
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 72%
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 419

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

J D Academy of Salon and Spa

Danville, CA 6.3 miles away BOC Score 49.8
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  • Graduation rate: 82%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 220

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

International College of Cosmetology

Oakland, CA 13.2 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 136

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Moler Barber College

Oakland, CA 13.3 miles away BOC Score 15.9
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 265

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#5

Cinta Aveda Institute

San Francisco, CA 21.3 miles away BOC Score 48.8
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  • Graduation rate: 61%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 59

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

San Francisco Institute of Esthetics & Cosmetology Inc

San Francisco, CA 21.8 miles away BOC Score 41.0
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  • Graduation rate: 53%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 351

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#7

Skyline College

San Bruno, CA 29.9 miles away BOC Score 70.7
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 524
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Milan Institute of Cosmetology-Vacaville

Vacaville, CA 32.6 miles away BOC Score 27.8
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  • Graduation rate: 51%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 331

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#9

California College of Barbering and Cosmetology

Stockton, CA 41.2 miles away BOC Score 52.3
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 395

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#10

The Salon Professional Academy-San Jose

San Jose, CA 42.3 miles away BOC Score 67.8
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 322

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California Esthetician Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $38,770 $18.64 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $45,330 $21.79 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 39-5094 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State-mandated training hours and how the schedule meets them
  • Licensure exam preparation and school pass rates
  • Treatment modalities (facials, peels, microdermabrasion, waxing)
  • Product knowledge and retail sales training
  • Medical esthetics upgrade pathways

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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