Cosmetology Schools and Careers in Chicago
Becoming a cosmetologist in Chicago can open doors to all the opportunities a big city offers—including hundreds of salons, spas, and beauty schools. Chicago is also known to be one of the most "beauty-friendly" cities in the U.S. In 2018, Expedia ranked it #4 of the 26 most stylish cities in the country. Chicago hosts several beauty shows, including the renowned America's Beauty Show, which is owned and produced by Cosmetologists Chicago® (CC). Tens of thousands of salon professionals, teachers, and students from all over the world come to the show to learn about the latest techniques and products. In May 2019, Chicago cosmetologists earned a mean salary of $30,960 per year ($14.89 per hour). The state of Illinois expects 3,030 job openings between 2016 and 2026—a solid job growth rate of 4%.
The schools listed below are all great places to start your beauty career and get the 1,500 training hours that Illinois requires for licensing.
Program: Cosmetology
Program: Cosmetology
Program: Cosmetology
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700 East Terra Cotta Avenue
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
3602 Marquette Road Suite 2
Peru, IL 61354
15301 South Cicero Avenue
Oak Forest, IL 60452
3401 West Lawrence Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
ABC School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
Paul Mitchell The School Bradley – Accredited
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
You must attend a school that meets any licensure requirements as defined by your state. Most states require that you graduate from an accredited or state-approved school.
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