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Reno, Nevada

Esthetician Programs in Reno, Nevada

Skin care training for licensed esthetic practice. Below you'll find every esthetician program we've verified at career schools serving Reno, 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.

Reno 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

1 verified school offers esthetician training in Reno, Nevada with tuition from $11,076, taking 20 weeks to complete. Every listed school holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

1 school offering Esthetician in Reno

  • International Academy of Style

    Esthetician · Diploma/Certificate of Completion

    Reno, NV

    Last verified August 30, 2026

    Length
    600 clock hours; estimated 20.00 weeks / 4.75 months at 30 scheduled hours per week
    Credential
    Diploma/Certificate of Completion
    Modality
    In person
    Total cost
    $13,700

    Accreditation

    • NACCAS· Accredited (as stated in the school's own published student catalog; could not be independently confirmed in the NACCAS accredited-school directory during this session)

      Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    State approval

    Nevada State Board of Cosmetology· Licensed (as stated in the school's own published student catalog; not independently confirmed on the state board's site during this session)

    Last verified August 30, 2026Verify

    Program outcomes

    Completion
    97%
    Placement
    67%
    Licensure pass
    86%

    Outcomes year: · Last verified August 30, 2026 · Source

    Cost breakdown

    Tuition
    $11,076
    Fees
    $2,175
    Books & supplies
    $450
    Total program cost
    $13,700

What to compare before enrolling in a esthetician program in Reno

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 esthetician program.
Program length: hours vs. weeks
Two programs both labeled "24 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

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Frequently asked questions

How long are esthetician programs in Reno?
Most esthetician programs in Reno take about 24 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 esthetician programs cost in Reno?
Tuition for Esthetician programs in Reno currently ranges from $11,076 to $11,076 based on schools listed here. Costs may not include books, supplies, fees, or licensing exams.
Do I need to attend an accredited esthetician 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.

Questions to ask before enrolling in a esthetician 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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