How to Become a Cosmetologist in Mississippi

Pursuing Cosmetology in Mississippi

Mississippi licenses cosmetologists statewide, which means every salon employer will expect a valid board credential before you work on paying clients. The good news: demand for hair, skin, and nail services stays steady in most Mississippi metros.

Licensing in Mississippi: Mississippi requires 1,500 training hours at a licensed school plus state board exams for a cosmetology license. Board: Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. Full fees, exam format, renewal, and forms live on the Mississippi cosmetology licensing guide - this career page does not duplicate those tables.

Mississippi has 13 accredited beauty schools on file in 12 cities. Our Mississippi school directory is a starting list; always confirm accreditation and cosmetology hours with admissions.

Is This Career a Fit in Mississippi?

Full-time cosmetology students in Mississippi often finish school in 9-14 months depending on required hours and program pace. Part-time schedules commonly stretch to 18-24 months.

Theory vs school: Structured online theory helps before or during in-person hours, but it does not replace board-required clinical training. See the online cosmetology theory course for modules and enrollment - pricing stays on that page only.