Beauty Schools in Connecticut
Cosmetology licenses in Connecticut require 1,500 hours. 7 accredited beauty schools in 7 cities, sourced from US Department of Education data. Licensing snapshot, top cities, and the full directory are below.
Cosmetology Licensing Snapshot
| Requirement | Connecticut |
|---|---|
| Training hours | 1,500 hours |
| Licensing board | Connecticut Examining Board for Barbers, Hairdressers and Cosmeticians (DPH) |
| Exam | Required (written/practical) |
| Full guide | Connecticut cosmetology licensing guide |
Top Cities for Beauty Schools in Connecticut
7 schools in 7 cities
| City | Schools on file |
|---|---|
| Branford | 1 |
| Bridgeport | 1 |
| North Haven | 1 |
| Seymour | 1 |
| Wallingford | 1 |
| Waterbury | 1 |
| Wethersfield | 1 |
School Directory - Connecticut
| School | City | Phone | Likely programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology | Wallingford | 20329494960 | Cosmetology |
| Belle Academy of Cosmetology LLC | Waterbury | (203) 528-0200 | Cosmetology |
| Branford Academy of Hair & Cosmetology-Bridgeport | Bridgeport | (475) 441-0301 | Cosmetology |
| Branford Academy of Hair and Cosmetology | Branford | (203) 315-2985 | Cosmetology |
| International Institute of Cosmetology | Wethersfield | 86057103301 | Cosmetology |
| Oxford Academy of Hair Design Inc | Seymour | 20388800973 | Cosmetology |
| Paul Mitchell the School-North Haven | North Haven | (866) 942-5627 | Cosmetology / beauty arts |
Showing top 20 by name. Scroll below for the full list grouped by city.
Branford (1 school)
(203) 315-2985
Bridgeport (1 school)
(475) 441-0301
North Haven (1 school)
(866) 942-5627
Seymour (1 school)
20388800973
Wallingford (1 school)
20329494960
Waterbury (1 school)
(203) 528-0200
Wethersfield (1 school)
86057103301
Connecticut Beauty School FAQ
We have 7 accredited beauty schools on file across 7 cities in Connecticut, sourced from US Department of Education (NCES IPEDS) data. Use the directory tables on this page to browse by city or open individual school profiles.
Most schools on file in Connecticut list cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, or nail technology in their institution names or program titles. Exact offerings vary by campus, so contact each school directly. Connecticut cosmetology licensing generally requires 1,500 hours of approved training before you can sit for the board exams. See the Connecticut cosmetology licensing guide for the full rule set.
Yes. Many Connecticut students complete our online theory course first to build a foundation in sanitation, skin science, and client care before enrolling in an accredited in-person program. Our course does not replace the 1,500 hours of hands-on training Connecticut requires. Pair it with a school from this directory and the online cosmetology course page for Connecticut to plan your path.