Esthetician Schools in Mankato, MN

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare esthetician programs in Mankato, Minnesota. 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 Mankato, MN

#1

Empire Beauty School-Bloomington

Bloomington, MN 56.6 miles away BOC Score 36.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 220

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Riverland Community College

Austin, MN 59.5 miles away BOC Score 59.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 657
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

PCI Academy-Plymouth

Plymouth, MN 63.8 miles away BOC Score 45.1
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 70%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 174

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN 66.7 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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  • Graduation rate: 62%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 612

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Hastings Beauty School

Hastings, MN 68.1 miles away BOC Score 46.1
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 20

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Saint Paul College

Saint Paul, MN 68.6 miles away BOC Score 48.2
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  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 1,406
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Nova Academy of Cosmetology Woodbury

WOODBURY, MN 71.8 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 117

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#8

Nova Academy of Cosmetology

Rochester, MN 73.1 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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  • Graduation rate: 79%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 305

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

The Salon Professional Academy Maplewood

Maplewood, MN 76 miles away BOC Score 62.5
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 128

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#10

Faust Institute of Cosmetology-Spirit Lake

Spirit Lake, IA 76.6 miles away BOC Score 53.7
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 30

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Minnesota Esthetician Salary Snapshot

Minnesota
Minnesota Median Pay $44,430 $21.36 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

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Beauty Professional career guide

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