Start Your Career as a Barber

Find The Best Barber Colleges Near You!

Interested in Becoming a Barber?​

Barber colleges offer specialized training in the art of hair cutting and styling. Students at these schools learn about different hair types and how to use various cutting techniques to achieve the desired results.

In addition, they also receive instruction in customer service and business management.

As a result, graduates of barber colleges are prepared to work in a variety of settings, including barbershops, salons, and spas.

While the cost of attending a barber college can be substantial, many students feel that the investment is worth it. After all, a successful career in the hair industry can be very rewarding—both financially and personally.

What You’ll Learn at Barber College

Scalp & Hair Analysis

Shampoo & Conditioning Training

Hair Cutting & Styling Techniques

Shaving & Trimming Facial Hair

Basic Customer Service

Barber Schools By State

Northeast

Connecticut
Delaware
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New York
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Vermont
Virginia
West Virginia

South

Alabama
Arkansas
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
North Carolina
Oklahoma
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas

Midwest

Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Nebraska
North Dakota
Ohio
South Dakota
Wisconsin

West

Alaska
Arizona
California
Colorado
Hawaii
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
New Mexico
Oregon
Utah
Washington
Wyoming

Learn More About Barbering

No posts

1

Learn

Identify whether you have what it takes to become a professional.

2

Research

Find the barber college or academy that fits you best.

3

Connect

Join 1000’s of other students and enthusiasts in our beauty community.

Get Your Free Admissions Guide!

Download our free guide that gives you the inside scoop on how to apply and get accepted to barber colleges in your area.