Esthetician Schools Near Champaign / Springfield / Decatur, IL

WRITTEN BY Beauty Schools Directory Editorial Staff | UPDATED ON 06/06/2024

When someone thinks of big cities in Illinois, they probably immediately think of Chicago. However, Springfield and Champaign both rank in the top 10 most populous cities in the state, with Decatur not far behind at 17. Larger populations mean more people who need qualified skin care specialists. If you hope to become an esthetician in Illinois, these cities may be great places to begin.

As of 2019, estheticians in Illinois earned a mean salary of $36,800 per year ($17.69 per hour). The state expects its number of skin care specialist jobs to grow by 4% between 2016 and 2026.

Illinois estheticians must complete 750 hours of training in no fewer than 18 weeks and pass a written and a practical exam to earn their licensure. The Champaign, Springfield, and Decatur schools below can help you achieve these requirements.

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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture - Urbana – Accredited

202 East University Street Suites H-J
Urbana, IL 61801

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Lake Land College

5001 Lake Land Boulevard
Mattoon, IL 61938

Reflections Academy of Beauty – Accredited

3122 Brettwood Circle
Decatur, IL 62526

University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts – Accredited

2913 West White Oaks Drive
Springfield, IL 62704

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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.