Esthetician Schools in Wilmington, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare esthetician programs in Wilmington, North Carolina. 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 Wilmington, NC

#1

College of Wilmington

Wilmington, NC 1.2 miles away BOC Score 17.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 195

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Cape Fear Community College

Wilmington, NC 4.2 miles away BOC Score 57.9
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  • Programs offered: 78
  • Annual completions: 1,513
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Sampson Community College

Clinton, NC 60.8 miles away BOC Score 40.5
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 662

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#4

Strand College of Hair Design

Myrtle Beach, SC 62.1 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 137

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#5

Carteret Community College

Morehead City, NC 73.5 miles away BOC Score 48.1
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 500
  • Online programs available

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#6

Craven Community College

New Bern, NC 76.5 miles away BOC Score 57.7
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  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 906
  • Online programs available

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#7

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Fayetteville, NC 83.8 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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  • Programs offered: 66
  • Annual completions: 4,671
  • Online programs available

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#8

Pamlico Community College

Grantsboro, NC 84.3 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 135
  • Online programs available

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North Carolina Esthetician Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $39,120 $18.81 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

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

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