Beauty Schools in Phoenix and surrounding area

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Cosmetology

  • Art of Beauty Academy (Scottsdale)

    Address: Scottsdale, AZ (exact address available on their site).

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology diploma (hair, skin, nails focus); other beauty certifications.

    Cost: Varies; contact for current tuition and kit fees.

    Length: Standard 1,500–1,600 hours; completion time depends on schedule.

  • Avalon Institute (Phoenix)

    Address: 410 E. Bell Rd., Suite G-100, Phoenix, AZ 85022.

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology (hairstyling, skincare, nails, makeup), Esthetics, Instructor training, advanced classes.

    Cost: Cosmetology ~$17,600–$20,452 (tuition ~$18,000 + kit ~$2,200 + fees; total varies).

    Length: 1,500–1,600 hours; ~13 months full-time daytime (55 weeks) or longer evening/part-time (~81 weeks).

  • Aveda Institute (Tempe/Phoenix area)

    Address: 8475 S Emerald Dr, Ste 101/104, Tempe, AZ 85284.

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology (hair, skin, makeup, nails, waxing), Hairstyling, Esthiology, Massage Therapy, Instructor programs.

    Cost: Cosmetology tuition ~$20,500–$20,700 + kit ~$2,750 + fees; total investment often ~$23,000–$24,000 range.

    Length: 1,500 hours for cosmetology.

  • Empire Beauty School (Avondale/Goodyear)

    Address: 9945 West McDowell Road, #112, Avondale, AZ 85323 (Phoenix metro west side).

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology, Educator/Instructor training.

    Cost: Cosmetology total ~$22,317 (tuition, kit, fees, taxes).

    Length: 1,500 hours.

  • JJ Beauty Institute (Mesa)

    Address: 1235 South Gilbert Rd, Mesa, AZ 85204.

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology (1,600 hours for Arizona license), hairstyling, nail technology; bilingual/small classes.

    Cost: Contact for current pricing (private family-owned school).

    Length: 1,600 hours.

  • Mima's Beauty College (Phoenix)

    Address: Phoenix, AZ (no high school diploma/GED required for some programs).

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology, Esthetician, Nail Tech.

    Cost: Contact for details (affordable focus with hands-on training).

    Length: Cosmetology 1,500 hours.

  • Paul Mitchell The School Phoenix

    Address: 3423 West Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017.

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology (haircutting, coloring, styling, makeup, skin, nails), Barbering, Esthetics, Nail Technology, Instructor.

    Cost: Cosmetology tuition $16,975 + registration $100 + kit ~$2,542 + textbooks ~$389 (effective Jan 2026; total ~$17,000–$20,000+ before aid).

    Length: 1,500 hours (typically ~12 months full-time).

  • Penrose Academy (Scottsdale)

    Address: 13402 North Scottsdale Rd., Suite B-160, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.

    Programs/Courses: Hybrid Cosmetology (classroom + online + hands-on student salon), Hairstyling (hybrid), Esthetics, Laser Technician.

    Cost: Cosmetology ~$19,320 tuition + $2,530 kit + $100 application (total investment ~$22,000 range).

    Length: 1,500–1,600 hours; ~47 weeks / under 1 year for hybrid cosmetology (flexible schedules).

  • Raw Beauty Skin and Lash Academy (Phoenix)

    Address: Phoenix, AZ.

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology with focus on skincare, lashes, and beauty services.

    Cost: Contact for current rates.

    Length: Standard Arizona hours; hands-on focus.

  • The Studio Academy of Beauty (Phoenix, Chandler, Tolleson)

    Addresses: Phoenix – 8046 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021; additional campuses in Chandler and Tolleson.

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology (hairstyling, skincare, nails), Esthetics, Hairstyling, Instructor; uses brands like Redken/CHI; business/mental health training included.

    Cost: Cosmetology ~$17,805–$19,085 tuition + kit ~$885–$1,060 (varies by campus; ~16 months example).

    Length: 1,500–1,600 hours; as little as 12–16 months; flexible full-time/part-time/day/evening schedules.

  • Turning Point Beauty College (Phoenix & Chandler)

    Addresses: Phoenix – 5127 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85031; Chandler – 2081 N Arizona Ave, Suite 121, Chandler, AZ 85225.

    Programs/Courses: Cosmetology (hair, skin, nails, makeup), Nail Technology, Esthetics, Eyelash Extensions, Instructor.

    Cost: Contact for exact; hands-on with live clients (one source notes typical cosmetology costs in similar range).

    Length: Standard 1,500+ hours; flexible schedules.

Nail Tech Schools

  • Academy of Nail Technology (Phoenix)

    • Address: 3553 W Northern Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051.

      Courses/Programs: Dedicated Nail Technology program (manicures, pedicures, enhancements, gel, acrylic, dip powder, nail art, theory, and clinical practice).

      Cost: Contact school for current tuition and kit fees (specialized nail-focused school; generally competitive pricing).

      Length: 600 hours; flexible weekly hours (typically Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM, with some Saturday options); completion in several months depending on schedule.

  • B5 Beauty School (Mesa)

    • Address: 420 E Southern Ave, Suite 103, Mesa, AZ 85204.

      Courses/Programs: Nail Technology (600-hour state board curriculum with theory, practical, and clinical hours).

      Cost: Approximately $4,750–$5,390 (tuition + kit, uniform, e-books, and other fees; total program cost around $5,390 including some testing elements).

      Length: 600 hours; about 14 weeks (full-time intensive schedule).

  • Empire Beauty School (Avondale / Chandler-Gilbert area)

    • Address: Avondale campus at 9945 West McDowell Road, #112, Avondale, AZ 85323; also Chandler-Gilbert area presence.

      Courses/Programs: Nail Technology (alongside cosmetology and esthetics); covers manicures, pedicures, and advanced nail techniques.

      Cost: Contact for current Nail Technology tuition, kit, and fees (full cosmetology programs are in the $20,000+ range; nail-specific is significantly lower).

      Length: 600 hours.

  • Flores Institute of Nail Design (Mesa)

    • Address: 1450 W Southern Ave, Suites A5-A6, Mesa, AZ 85202.

      Courses/Programs: Specialized Nail Tech program (hands-on focus on nail design and techniques).

      Cost: Approximately $6,000 tuition + $900 supplies/kit + $200 registration (total around $7,100; includes tools for licensure prep).

      Length: 600 hours; contact for exact timeline (WIOA-approved).

  • GateWay Community College (Phoenix – Maricopa Community Colleges)

    • Address: Central City or Deer Valley Campus, Phoenix, AZ (main Nail Technology at Phoenix locations; check gatewaycc.edu for exact).

      Courses/Programs: Nail Technician Certificate of Competency (NLT100, NLT105, NLT110); covers safety, sanitation, nail care techniques, enhancements, massage, art, customer service, and business practices.

      Cost: Affordable community college rates (significantly lower than private schools; per-credit or per-hour pricing starts low—use their net price calculator; often under $5,000 total with aid).

      Length: 600 clock hours; flexible schedules (e.g., 4 days/week); typically completable in 6–7 months.

  • Paul Mitchell The School Phoenix

    • Address: 3423 West Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017. Courses/Programs: Nail Technology (manicures, pedicures, enhancements, gels, tips, creative designs, plus business skills).

      Cost: Tuition at ~$9.17 per clock hour for transfers/re-entries (full program cost typically $5,000–$6,500 range + kit; confirm current rates effective 2026).

      Length: 600 hours; standard full-time schedule (contact for exact weeks/months).

  • Turning Point Beauty College (Phoenix & Chandler)

    • Addresses: Phoenix – 5127 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85031; Chandler – 2081 N Arizona Ave, Suite 121, Chandler, AZ 85225.

      Courses/Programs: Nail Technology (hands-on with manicures, pedicures, enhancements, sanitation, nail art; multilingual options available).

      Cost: Approximately $9,023.40 (in-state tuition + fees + books + supplies + state board exam elements).

      Length: 600 hours; full-time and part-time schedules available; frequent start dates.

Aesthetics Training

  • Avalon Institute (Phoenix & Mesa)

    • Addresses: Phoenix – 410 E. Bell Rd., Suite G-100, Phoenix, AZ 85022; Mesa – 2111 S. Alma School Rd., Suites 20-22, Mesa, AZ 85210.

    • Courses/Programs: Esthetics (facials, waxing, advanced skincare, makeup); also instructor training and combos with cosmetology.

    • Cost: Varies by location and schedule; contact admissions (typical range $9,000–$12,000+ including kit/fees).

    • Length: 600 hours; day schedule ~21 weeks (Tue–Sat); evening ~33 weeks (Mon–Fri).

    Aveda Institute (Tempe / Phoenix area)

    • Address: 8475 S. Emerald Dr., Suites 101/104, Tempe, AZ 85284 (serves Phoenix metro); also Avondale campus.

    • Courses/Programs: Esthiology (600-hour skincare with focus on plant-based/Aveda products, facials, massages, detoxification, business skills); Master Esthiology (1,200 hours); educator programs.

    • Cost: Approximately $11,000 for standard 600-hour program (plus ~$2,000 kit, application/registration fees); total investment varies.

    • Length: 600 hours; ~23 weeks / about 6 months full-time; part-time options longer.

    Empire Beauty School (Chandler / Avondale area)

    • Addresses: Chandler-Gilbert area (e.g., near Alma School Rd.); Avondale – 9945 W. McDowell Rd., #112, Avondale, AZ 85323.

    • Courses/Programs: Esthetics/Aesthetics (skincare, facials, spa services); also cosmetology, nail tech.

    • Cost: ~$10,340 total (tuition, kit, fees, taxes) for esthetics.

    • Length: 600 hours.

    GateWay Community College (Phoenix – Maricopa Community Colleges)

    • Addresses: Central City Campus (1245 E. Buckeye Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85034) and other Maricopa locations (e.g., Deer Valley).

    • Courses/Programs: Aesthetician Certificate of Competency (facials, body treatments, skin resurfacing, hair removal, safety/sanitation, business practices).

    • Cost: Most affordable option (community college rates; often well under private schools—use net price calculator; potentially a few thousand dollars with aid).

    • Length: 600 hours; flexible schedules (e.g., 24 hours/week option); typically 6–8 months.

    G Skin & Beauty Institute (Chandler)

    • Address: 5080 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler, AZ (Phoenix metro east valley).

    • Courses/Programs: Esthetics (600-hour program, hybrid options available); also cosmetology, nail tech, makeup.

    • Cost: Tuition ~$12,468.80 + registration $100 + kit/books $900 (total ~$13,500 range).

    • Length: 600 hours; flexible/hybrid schedules.

    IMAj Institute (Scottsdale)

    • Address: Scottsdale, AZ (campus with student clinic).

    • Courses/Programs: Advanced aesthetics (theory + hands-on with industry devices like lasers; focuses on professional success in medical/spa settings).

    • Cost: Contact for current pricing (premium/advanced focus).

    • Length: 600 hours; contact for schedule details.

    Paul Mitchell The School Phoenix

    • Address: 3423 West Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ 85017.

    • Courses/Programs: Esthetics (skin science, facials, exfoliation, waxing, eye/lash treatments, makeup); also cosmetology, nail, instructor programs.

    • Cost: Tuition $8,746 + registration $100 + kit ~$1,292 + books ~$436 + tax (total ~$10,723).

    • Length: 600 hours; full-time and evening options available (e.g., starts like May 2026).

    Penrose Academy (Scottsdale)

    • Address: 13402 N. Scottsdale Rd., Suite B-160, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.

    • Courses/Programs: Hybrid Esthetics (spa + medical esthetics, hands-on + online elements); also cosmetology, laser technician.

    • Cost: Tuition $12,875 + kit $1,975 + application $100 (total investment ~$15,000 range).

    • Length: 600 hours; 4-day schedule ~20 weeks; 2-day ~30 weeks.

    Raw Beauty Skin and Lash Academy (Chandler / Tempe area)

    • Address: 4959 W. Ray Rd., Suite 33, Chandler, AZ 85226.

    • Courses/Programs: Advanced Skin / Esthetics program (600-hour licensing with bonuses like lash training); student spa experience.

    • Cost: Tuition ~$10,823 + kit/uniform/books/supplies ~$3,525 + application ~$75 (total ~$14,500 range before aid).

    • Length: 600 hours; flexible schedules with early student spa work.

    Skin + Makeup Institute (SMI) (Peoria)

    • Address: 7547 W. Greenway Rd., #500, Peoria, AZ 85381 (northwest Phoenix metro).

    • Courses/Programs: 600-Hour Aesthetics Program (advanced skincare + makeup artistry); continuing education/certifications.

    • Cost: Contact for current rates (focus on premium, in-person training with professionals).

    • Length: 600 hours.

    The Studio Academy of Beauty (Phoenix, Chandler, Tolleson)

    • Addresses: Phoenix – 8046 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85021; Chandler – 610 N. Alma School Rd. #38, Chandler, AZ 85224; Tolleson campus.

    • Courses/Programs: Esthetics (spa and medical fields focus, hands-on skincare); also cosmetology, hairstyling.

    • Cost: Historically competitive (~$8,950–$10,000 tuition + kit ~$885; confirm current total).

    • Length: 600 hours; flexible full-time/part-time/day/evening schedules with monthly starts.

    Turning Point Beauty College (Phoenix & Chandler)

    • Addresses: Phoenix – 5127 W. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85031; Chandler – 2081 N. Arizona Ave., Suite 121, Chandler, AZ 85225.

    • Courses/Programs: Esthetics (facials, advanced treatments, client consultation, business skills); hands-on with live clients.

    • Cost: ~$10,559 (in-state tuition, fees, books, supplies, state board elements).

    • Length: 600 hours; as little as 5 months full-time; full- and part-time schedules.

Lash Tech Training

  • Art of Beauty Academy (Scottsdale)

    • Address: Scottsdale, AZ (exact address on their website; serves Phoenix metro).

    • Courses/Programs: Certified Lash courses (comprehensive training in eyelash extensions with theory and hands-on experience).

    • Cost: Contact school for current pricing (professional certification focus).

    • Length: Typically 30 hours (short certification format; contact for exact schedule).

    B5 Beauty School (Mesa)

    • Address: 420 E Southern Ave, Suite 103, Mesa, AZ 85204.

    • Courses/Programs: Eyelash Technician Training (state board curriculum: theory on eye structure/safety + practical application of extensions).

    • Cost: In-state tuition ~$550 + total program cost ~$800 (includes kit, materials, and related fees).

    • Length: 30 hours; approximately 2 weeks (flexible scheduling).

    Raw Beauty Skin and Lash Academy (Chandler)

    • Address: 4959 W Ray Rd, Suite 33, Chandler, AZ 85226.

    • Courses/Programs: 30-Hour Lash Licensing / Eyelash Extension Certification (advanced training including classics, volume, hybrid; includes branding, career coaching, and job placement assistance). Often paired with esthetics.

    • Cost: ~$2,299 (includes training and materials; $250 deposit to reserve spot; payment plans available as low as $375/month).

    • Length: 30 hours; flexible options including 2-day accelerated, 4-day full-time, or 8-day evening courses.

    Turning Point Beauty College (Phoenix & Chandler)

    • Addresses: Phoenix – 5127 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85031; Chandler – 2081 N Arizona Ave, Suite 121, Chandler, AZ 85225.

    • Courses/Programs: Eyelash Extension Specialist Certification (theory + hands-on application, safety, styling, client care; live-model practice). Multilingual instruction (English, Spanish, Vietnamese) available.

    • Cost: $1,000 for non-students ($250 non-refundable deposit); $800 for current nail tech or hairstyling students at the school; included free for cosmetology/esthetics students.

    • Length: 30 hours; new sessions start every 2–4 weeks (flexible dates at both campuses).

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