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2025 Best Cosmetology Associate Degree Schools in the Plains States Region

2 Colleges in the Plains States Region
77 Associate Degrees
Cosmetology is above average in terms of popularity with it being the #81 most popular associate degree program in the country. So, you have a fair amount of options to choose from when looking for a school.

In 2025, College Factual analyzed 2 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best Cosmetology Associate Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking. When you put them all together, these colleges and universities awarded 77 associate degrees in cosmetology during the 2021-2022 academic year.

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Average Early-Career Salaries

To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their associate degree from the school. After all, your associate degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.

Other Factors We Consider

The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.

Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for cosmetology students working on their associate degree.

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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Cosmetology Associate Degree Schools in the Plains States Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.

Best Schools for Associate Students to Study Cosmetology in the Plains States Region

Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for cosmetology students seeking a an associate degree.

Top Plains States Region Schools for an Associate in Cosmetology

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14 Annual Graduates

Any student pursuing a degree in an associate degree in cosmetology needs to look into Johnson County Community College. JCCC is a fairly large public college located in the midsize city of Overland Park.More information about a associate in cosmetology from Johnson County Community College

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Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN
1 Annual Graduates

Ridgewater College is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting an associate degree in cosmetology. Located in the town of Willmar, Ridgewater College is a public college with a small student population.More information about a associate in cosmetology from Ridgewater College

Best Cosmetology Colleges by State

Explore the best cosmetology colleges for a specific state in the Plains States Region .

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
Minnesota 151 23
Kansas 146 51
Iowa 116 6

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Cosmetology is one of 4 different types of Personal & Culinary Services programs to choose from.

Cosmetology Focus Areas

Major Annual Graduates
General Cosmetology/Cosmetologist 62
Aesthetician/Esthetician & Skin Care Specialist 12
Salon/Beauty Salon Management/Manager 3

Majors Similar to Cosmetology

Related Major Annual Graduates
Culinary Arts 285
Funeral & Mortuary Science 50

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