Las Vegas, Nevada
Cosmetology Programs in Las Vegas, Nevada
Earn the hours required for state cosmetology licensure (hair, skin, nails). Below you'll find every cosmetology program we've verified at career schools serving Las Vegas, Nevada. Use this page to compare tuition, program length, credential awarded, completion and job placement rates, and the date each listing was last verified.
What to compare: total cost (tuition plus fees, books, and supplies), program length and schedule, credential awarded, accreditation status, state authorization, and published completion and placement rates from a specific year.
Las Vegas context: career schools operating in Nevada must hold authorization from the state's postsecondary regulatory agency in addition to any institutional or programmatic accreditation. The schools listed below display both their state license and accreditor on file, with direct links you can use to verify the records yourself before enrolling.
At a glance
5 verified schools offer cosmetology training in Las Vegas, Nevada with tuition from $17,765–$24,080, taking 54–55 weeks to complete. Every listed school holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
6 schools offering Cosmetology in Las Vegas
Last verified August 30, 2026
- Length
- 1,600 clock hours; Day: 55 weeks (35 hrs/wk); Evening: 86 weeks (22.5 hrs/wk)
- Credential
- Diploma in Cosmetology
- Modality
- In person
- Total cost
- $21,068
Accreditation
NACCAS· Accredited (as stated in the institution's own published 2026 student catalog; NOT independently confirmed in NACCAS's public directory during this session)
Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
State approval
Nevada State Approving Agency (veterans education benefits)· Approved to offer veterans' educational benefits (per institution's published catalog)
Last verified August 30, 2026VerifyProgram outcomes
- Completion
- 74%
- Placement
- 81%
- Licensure pass
- 91%
Outcomes year: 2024 · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source
Cost breakdown
- Tuition
- $18,800
- Fees
- $50
- Books & supplies
- $2,218
- Total program cost
- $21,068
Last verified August 30, 2026
- Length
- Same 1,600-hour Cosmetology program priced with Kit B (advanced makeup kit)
- Credential
- Diploma in Cosmetology
- Modality
- In person
- Total cost
- $21,463
Accreditation
NACCAS· Accredited (as stated in the institution's own published 2026 student catalog; NOT independently confirmed in NACCAS's public directory during this session)
Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
State approval
Nevada State Approving Agency (veterans education benefits)· Approved to offer veterans' educational benefits (per institution's published catalog)
Last verified August 30, 2026VerifyProgram outcomes
- Completion
- —
- Placement
- —
- Licensure pass
- —
Outcomes year: — · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source
Cost breakdown
- Tuition
- $18,800
- Fees
- $50
- Books & supplies
- $2,613
- Total program cost
- $21,463
Casal Institute of Nevada, LLC (dba Aveda Institute Las Vegas)
Cosmetology · Certificate of Completion
Las Vegas, NV
Last verified August 30, 2026
- Length
- 1,600 clock hours; completion in as little as 54 weeks, full-time, classes three days per week
- Credential
- Certificate of Completion
- Modality
- In person
- Total cost
- $24,900
Accreditation
NACCAS· Institution states it is accredited by NACCAS in its published 2025 institute catalog; not independently confirmed in NACCAS's own online directory during this session (naccas.org could not be retrieved).
Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
State approval
Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education· Catalog lists the Commission on Postsecondary Education among the school's governing/licensing bodies, but the same catalog states its four programs are regulated by the Nevada State Board of Cosmetology and are not under the jurisdiction of the Commission on Postsecondary Education; status not verified with the agency this session.
Last verified August 30, 2026VerifyProgram outcomes
- Completion
- —
- Placement
- —
- Licensure pass
- —
Outcomes year: — · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source
Cost breakdown
- Tuition
- $22,126
- Fees
- $175
- Books & supplies
- $2,599
- Total program cost
- $24,900
Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts & Sciences (Summerlin Campus, Las Vegas)
Cosmetology · Diploma
Las Vegas, NV
Last verified August 30, 2026
- Length
- 1,720-hour day or evening program; school states completion in as little as 15 months when completed in normal time
- Credential
- Diploma
- Modality
- In person
- Total cost
- $27,527
Accreditation
ACCSC· Accredited as a branch campus of IntelliTec College (Colorado Springs, CO); school states Title IV participation through this accreditation. Not independently confirmed in the ACCSC directory during this session.
Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
State approval
Not on file for Nevada. Verify with the state agency.
Program outcomes
- Completion
- —
- Placement
- —
- Licensure pass
- —
Outcomes year: — · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source
Cost breakdown
- Tuition
- $24,080
- Fees
- —
- Books & supplies
- $3,447
- Total program cost
- $27,527
Last verified August 30, 2026
- Length
- 1,600 hours
- Credential
- Certificate of Completion
- Modality
- In person
- Total cost
- $20,700
Accreditation
COE· Accredited — catalog states Amarillo College of Hairdressing, Inc. d/b/a Milan Institute is nationally accredited by the Council on Occupational Education. Not independently confirmed in COE's own public directory during this session.
Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
State approval
Nevada State Board of Cosmetology· Approved
Last verified August 30, 2026VerifyProgram outcomes
- Completion
- —
- Placement
- —
- Licensure pass
- —
Outcomes year: — · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source
Cost breakdown
- Tuition
- $17,765
- Fees
- $350
- Books & supplies
- $2,585
- Total program cost
- $20,700
Last verified August 30, 2026
- Length
- Commitment to complete program: 1600 hours; 5-day full-time schedule 35 hours/week or 4-night part-time schedule 20 hours/week
- Credential
- —
- Modality
- In person
- Total cost
- $25,850
Accreditation
NACCAS· Accredited (listed under Institutional Accreditation in the CHEA institution directory; school discloses main-campus NACCAS accreditation)
Last verified August 30, 2026Verify
State approval
Not on file for Nevada. Verify with the state agency.
Program outcomes
- Completion
- 82%
- Placement
- 72%
- Licensure pass
- 100%
Outcomes year: 2024 · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source
Cost breakdown
- Tuition
- $22,497
- Fees
- $110
- Books & supplies
- $2,992
- Total program cost
- $25,850
What to compare before enrolling in a cosmetology program in Las Vegas
Career school marketing pages emphasize different things. Use this checklist to compare apples to apples.
- Tuition vs. total cost
- Tuition is rarely the full cost. Add fees (registration, lab, technology), books and supplies, uniforms or tools, and any required certification or licensing exam fees. Ask for a written total program cost disclosure for each cosmetology program.
- Program length: hours vs. weeks
- Two programs both labeled "60 weeks" can deliver very different amounts of training. Compare clock hours (or credit hours) and the schedule (full-time, part-time, evenings) — not just calendar length.
- Accreditation vs. state approval
- These are two different things. State approval means Nevada has authorized the school to legally operate. Accreditation is granted by an independent agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and is required for federal financial aid and many professional licenses. Confirm both, with source links, before you enroll.
- Outcomes: completion and job placement
- Ask for the most recent year's completion rate (% of starters who graduated on time) and job placement rate (% of graduates working in the field). A reputable school will share the year, the methodology, and the underlying numbers — not just a percentage.
Data credibility
Data last verified: August 30, 2026
- Avalon Institute - Las Vegas disclosure
- Avalon Institute - Las Vegas disclosure
- Casal Institute of Nevada, LLC (dba Aveda Institute Las Vegas) disclosure
- Euphoria Institute of Beauty Arts & Sciences (Summerlin Campus, Las Vegas) disclosure
- Milan Institute - Las Vegas disclosure
- Paul Mitchell The School Las Vegas disclosure
Consumer notice
Frequently asked questions
- How long are cosmetology programs in Las Vegas?
- Most cosmetology programs in Las Vegas take about 60 weeks of full-time study, though some schools offer accelerated or part-time tracks. Always confirm exact program length with the school.
- How much do cosmetology programs cost in Las Vegas?
- Tuition for Cosmetology programs in Las Vegas currently ranges from $17,765 to $24,080 based on schools listed here. Costs may not include books, supplies, fees, or licensing exams.
- Do I need to attend an accredited cosmetology program?
- Accreditation matters for federal financial aid eligibility, credit transfer, and — for many healthcare and trades careers — sitting for licensing or certification exams. Every school listed here displays its accreditor and a link to verify the listing directly with the accrediting agency.
- Is the school approved to operate in Nevada?
- Career schools must be authorized by Nevada's state regulatory agency. Each school profile on CareerSchoolFinder shows its state authorization status and license number where available, with a link to the state agency's public records.
- What questions should I ask before enrolling?
- Ask for: (1) the school's most recent completion and job placement rates, (2) total cost including fees, books, and supplies, (3) accreditation and state authorization documentation, (4) the refund policy in writing, and (5) names and contact information of recent graduates you can speak with.
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Questions to ask before enrolling in a cosmetology program
Bring this checklist to every information session, campus tour, or admissions phone call.
- Is the program institutionally accredited, or only state-approved?
- These are different things. State approval lets the school operate; accreditation by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education is what lets you use federal financial aid and is required for many professional licensure paths.
- What is the total cost, including all fees, books, supplies, and exam fees?
- Tuition is rarely the full price. Ask for a written total program cost disclosure that itemizes tuition, registration, technology, lab, and book/supply fees, plus any required certification or licensing exam fees.
- How long is the program in clock hours, not just weeks?
- Two programs both labeled "36 weeks" can deliver very different amounts of training. Ask for the total clock hours (or credit hours) and the weekly schedule (full-time, part-time, evenings, weekends).
- What are the most recent completion and job placement rates?
- Ask for the year, the methodology, and the underlying numbers — not just a percentage. A reputable school will share its annual performance fact sheet or gainful-employment disclosure.
- Is there a licensure or certification exam? What is the most recent pass rate?
- For healthcare, beauty, and many trades programs, a state or national exam is required to work in the field. Ask for the school's most recent first-time pass rate.
- What is the refund policy if I withdraw?
- Refund schedules vary widely. Ask to see the written enrollment agreement and the state-mandated cancellation/refund schedule before signing anything.
Where this data comes from
Every figure on CareerSchoolFinder is compiled from public records, accreditor directories, or the school's own published disclosures. We never accept payment from schools to be listed, and we don't sell prospective-student information.
Public filings
State regulator records (e.g., California BPPE, Maryland Board of Cosmetologists), federal College Navigator (NCES), and IPEDS data submitted by the institution.
Accreditor directories
Active-status verifications come directly from the accrediting agency's public directory (ACCSC, ABHES, COE, ACCET, NACCAS, COMTA, and others recognized by the U.S. Department of Education).
School disclosures
Tuition, fees, program length, and outcomes (completion, placement, licensure pass rate) come from the school's published catalog, performance fact sheets, and gainful-employment disclosures.
Data changes between catalog years. Always confirm directly with the school and the relevant state regulator before enrolling. College Navigator
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