Largest Programs Information

The following table shows the 2024 tuition & fees of the largest programs at American Academy of Cosmetology with program length and completion time.
2024 Tuition & Fees of Largest Programs at American Academy of Cosmetology
ProgramTuition & FeesBooks & Supplies CostsProgram LengthAverage Completion TimeNational Average (in Vocational schools)
1Cosmetology/Cosmetologist $16,150$1,8501200 Contact Hours10 Months $16,042
2Barbering/Barber $16,150$1,8501200 Contact Hours10 Months $14,546
3Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts (other) $8,150$1,350600 Contact Hours5 Months $10,039
4Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist $5,150$800300 Contact Hours3 Months $6,435
5Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist $3,900$850240 Contact Hours2 Months $5,356
6Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage $8,650$450600 Contact Hours5 Months $12,154

Tuition & Fees Trends Chart

The following chart shows the changes of tuition and books & supplies costs over the past 5 years. The cost is for the Cosmetology/Cosmetologist program which is the largest program at American Academy of Cosmetology.

2024 Living Costs

The 2024 average living costs is $28,680 including room & board and other living expenses. The living cost at American Academy of Cosmetologystays same as last year.
The following table and chart show the 2024 living costs and the cost trends over last 5 years at American Academy of Cosmetology.
Living Costs Trends
American Academy of Cosmetology 2024 Living Costs
(Off-Campus Living)
YearRoom & BoardOther Expenses
2020$12,850$5,690
2021$12,850$5,690
2022$19,260$9,420
2023$19,260$9,420
2024$19,260$9,420
Living Costs Trends Chart