Cosmetology Schools near Albuquerque / Santa Fe, NM
Albuquerque and Santa Fe could be the perfect places to study and begin your cosmetology career in New Mexico. Both cities boast many of the top-rated wedding venues in the state, in addition to dozens of salons, spas, and other beauty businesses. In 2019, Albuquerque cosmetologists earned a mean annual salary of $22,960 ($11.04 per hour), and those in Santa Fe made $24,280 ($11.67). If working in the performing arts is your goal, you can earn a lucrative amount as a theatrical and performance makeup artist in New Mexico, with a mean salary of $93,330 ($44.87). Both cities have a variety of live theatre, dance, and music venues. The state expects cosmetology jobs to grow by 7% between 2016 and 2026.
New Mexico cosmetologists must complete 1,600 hours of training and pass two exams to earn licensure. The Albuquerque and Santa Fe schools below can help you gain that experience and prepare you for your tests.
Program: Cosmetology
Program: Cosmetology
Program: Cosmetology
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2434 Cerillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Adorabella Beauty Academy – Accredited
Albuquerque, NM 87123
Olympian Academy of Cosmetology - Albuquerque – Accredited
Albuquerque, NM 87109
Paul Mitchell the School Albuquerque – Accredited
Albuquerque, NM 87110
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.
Cost of Cosmetology Schools in Albuquerque / Santa Fe
In the Albuquerque / Santa Fe area, the range of reported Cosmetology schools runs from $15,000 – $18,550, with an average of $16,534.
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