Beauty Schools in Delaware
Cosmetology licenses in Delaware require 1,500 classroom hours, or 3,000 apprenticeship hours. 4 accredited beauty schools in 2 cities, sourced from US Department of Education data. Licensing snapshot, top cities, and the full directory are below.
Cosmetology Licensing Snapshot
| Requirement | Delaware |
|---|---|
| Training hours | 1,500 hours |
| Licensing board | Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (DPR) |
| Exam | Required (written/practical) |
| Full guide | Delaware cosmetology licensing guide |
Top Cities for Beauty Schools in Delaware
4 schools in 2 cities
| City | Schools on file |
|---|---|
| Newark | 3 |
| Dagsboro | 1 |
School Directory - Delaware
| School | City | Phone | Likely programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware Learning Institute of Cosmetology | Dagsboro | (302) 732-6704 | Cosmetology |
| Hair Academy School of Barbering & Beauty | Newark | (302) 738-6251 | Cosmetology, Barber |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Delaware | Newark | (302) 832-8418 | Cosmetology / beauty arts |
| Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design LLC | Newark | 3027375100101 | Cosmetology |
Showing top 20 by name. Scroll below for the full list grouped by city.
Dagsboro (1 school)
(302) 732-6704
Newark (3 schools)
(302) 738-6251
(302) 832-8418
3027375100101
Delaware Beauty School FAQ
We have 4 accredited beauty schools on file across 2 cities in Delaware, 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 Delaware list cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, or nail technology in their institution names or program titles. Exact offerings vary by campus, so contact each school directly. Delaware cosmetology licensing generally requires 1,500 classroom hours, or 3,000 apprenticeship hours of approved training before you can sit for the board exams. See the Delaware cosmetology licensing guide for the full rule set.
Yes. Many Delaware 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 classroom hours, or 3,000 apprenticeship hours of hands-on training Delaware requires. Pair it with a school from this directory and the online cosmetology course page for Delaware to plan your path.