Beauty Schools in Wisconsin
Cosmetology licenses in Wisconsin require 1,550 hours, over a minimum of 10 months. 17 accredited beauty schools in 14 cities, sourced from US Department of Education data. Licensing snapshot, top cities, and the full directory are below.
Cosmetology Licensing Snapshot
| Requirement | Wisconsin |
|---|---|
| Training hours | 1,550 hours |
| Licensing board | Wisconsin DSPS, Cosmetology Examining Board |
| Exam | Required (written/practical) |
| Full guide | Wisconsin cosmetology licensing guide |
Top Cities for Beauty Schools in Wisconsin
17 schools in 14 cities
| City | Schools on file |
|---|---|
| Madison | 3 |
| Milwaukee | 2 |
| Appleton | 1 |
| Ashwaubenon | 1 |
| Baraboo | 1 |
| Beloit | 1 |
| Eau Claire | 1 |
| Green Bay | 1 |
| Greenfield | 1 |
| Janesville | 1 |
| Manitowoc | 1 |
| Waupun | 1 |
| Wausau | 1 |
| Wauwatosa | 1 |
School Directory - Wisconsin
| School | City | Phone | Likely programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Beauty Professionals | Madison | (608) 709-5204 | Cosmetology |
| Academy of Beauty Professionals | Appleton | (920) 815-3375 | Cosmetology |
| Academy of Beauty Professionals | Green Bay | (920) 857-1081 | Cosmetology |
| Advanced College of Cosmetology | Waupun | (920) 324-3427 | Cosmetology |
| Aveda Institute-Madison | Madison | (608) 250-3100 | Cosmetology / beauty arts |
| Bella Academy of Cosmetology | Manitowoc | (920) 684-1971 | Cosmetology |
| Empire Beauty School-Green Bay | Ashwaubenon | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee | Milwaukee | (800) 920-4593 | Cosmetology |
| First Class Cosmetology School | Beloit | (608) 362-5216 | Cosmetology |
| Panache Academy of Beauty | Baraboo | (608) 253-7262 | Cosmetology |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Madison | Madison | (608) 807-5993 | Cosmetology / beauty arts |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Milwaukee | Wauwatosa | (888) 733-5285 | Cosmetology / beauty arts |
| State College of Beauty Culture Inc | Wausau | (715) 845-2888 | Cosmetology |
| The Institute of Beauty and Wellness | Milwaukee | (414) 227-2889 | Cosmetology |
| The Professional Hair Design Academy | Eau Claire | (715) 835-2345 | Cosmetology |
| Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Janesville | Janesville | (630) 528-3330 | Cosmetology |
| VICI Beauty School | Greenfield | (414) 425-1700 | Cosmetology |
Showing top 20 by name. Scroll below for the full list grouped by city.
Appleton (1 school)
(920) 815-3375
Ashwaubenon (1 school)
(800) 920-4593
Baraboo (1 school)
(608) 253-7262
Beloit (1 school)
(608) 362-5216
Eau Claire (1 school)
(715) 835-2345
Green Bay (1 school)
(920) 857-1081
Greenfield (1 school)
(414) 425-1700
Janesville (1 school)
(630) 528-3330
Madison (3 schools)
(608) 709-5204
(608) 250-3100
(608) 807-5993
Manitowoc (1 school)
(920) 684-1971
Milwaukee (2 schools)
(800) 920-4593
(414) 227-2889
Waupun (1 school)
(920) 324-3427
Wausau (1 school)
(715) 845-2888
Wauwatosa (1 school)
(888) 733-5285
Wisconsin Beauty School FAQ
We have 17 accredited beauty schools on file across 14 cities in Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin list cosmetology, barbering, esthetics, or nail technology in their institution names or program titles. Exact offerings vary by campus, so contact each school directly. Wisconsin cosmetology licensing generally requires 1,550 hours, over a minimum of 10 months of approved training before you can sit for the board exams. See the Wisconsin cosmetology licensing guide for the full rule set.
Yes. Many Wisconsin 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 1,550 hours, over a minimum of 10 months of hands-on training Wisconsin requires. Pair it with a school from this directory and the online cosmetology course page for Wisconsin to plan your path.