Beauty Schools in Georgia
Cosmetology licenses in Georgia require 1,500 hours, or 3,000 hours through an apprenticeship. 17 accredited beauty schools in 15 cities, sourced from US Department of Education data. Licensing snapshot, top cities, and the full directory are below.
Cosmetology Licensing Snapshot
| Requirement | Georgia |
|---|---|
| Training hours | 1,500 hours |
| Licensing board | Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers |
| Exam | Required (written/practical) |
| Full guide | Georgia cosmetology licensing guide |
Top Cities for Beauty Schools in Georgia
17 schools in 15 cities
| City | Schools on file |
|---|---|
| Atlanta | 3 |
| Athens | 1 |
| Augusta | 1 |
| Columbus | 1 |
| Cumming | 1 |
| Dalton | 1 |
| Kennesaw | 1 |
| Lawrenceville | 1 |
| Lilburn | 1 |
| Macon | 1 |
| Morrow | 1 |
| Roswell | 1 |
| Sandy Springs | 1 |
| Savannah | 1 |
| Stone Mountain | 1 |
School Directory - Georgia
| School | City | Phone | Likely programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology | Dalton | (706) 278-0065 | Cosmetology, Esthetics |
| Empire Beauty School-Augusta | Augusta | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| Empire Beauty School-Gwinnett | Lawrenceville | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| Empire Beauty School-Kennesaw | Kennesaw | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| Empire Beauty School-Morrow | Morrow | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| Empire Beauty School-Northlake | Atlanta | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| Empire Beauty School-Savannah | Savannah | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| Georgia Institute of Cosmetology | Athens | 706549640025 | Cosmetology |
| Hogan Institute of Cosmetology and Esthetics | Lilburn | 86658373313 | Cosmetology, Esthetics |
| International School of Skin Nailcare & Massage Therapy | Sandy Springs | 4048431005103 | Esthetics, Nail technology |
| MAK Beauty Institute | Cumming | (770) 292-9669 | Cosmetology |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Atlanta | Atlanta | 404888007024 | Cosmetology / beauty arts |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Esani | Roswell | (678) 795-0999 | Cosmetology / beauty arts |
| Pro Way Hair School | Stone Mountain | (404) 299-5156 | Cosmetology |
| Profile Institute of Barber-Styling | Atlanta | (404) 559-0704 | Barber |
| Rivertown School of Beauty Barber Skin Care and Nails | Columbus | (706) 653-6561 | Cosmetology, Barber, Esthetics, Nail technology |
| Webb's Barber School of Arts | Macon | (478) 254-8900 | Barber |
Showing top 20 by name. Scroll below for the full list grouped by city.
Athens (1 school)
706549640025
Atlanta (3 schools)
(800) 920-4593
404888007024
(404) 559-0704
Augusta (1 school)
(800) 920-4593
Columbus (1 school)
(706) 653-6561
Cumming (1 school)
(770) 292-9669
Dalton (1 school)
(706) 278-0065
Kennesaw (1 school)
(800) 920-4593
Lawrenceville (1 school)
(800) 920-4593
Lilburn (1 school)
86658373313
Macon (1 school)
(478) 254-8900
Morrow (1 school)
(800) 920-4593
Roswell (1 school)
(678) 795-0999
Sandy Springs (1 school)
4048431005103
Savannah (1 school)
(800) 920-4593
Stone Mountain (1 school)
(404) 299-5156
Georgia Beauty School FAQ
We have 17 accredited beauty schools on file across 15 cities in Georgia, 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 Georgia list cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, or nail technology in their institution names or program titles. Exact offerings vary by campus, so contact each school directly. Georgia cosmetology licensing generally requires 1,500 hours, or 3,000 hours through an apprenticeship of approved training before you can sit for the board exams. See the Georgia cosmetology licensing guide for the full rule set.
Yes. Many Georgia 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, or 3,000 hours through an apprenticeship of hands-on training Georgia requires. Pair it with a school from this directory and the online cosmetology course page for Georgia to plan your path.