How long do you have to get a cosmotolgy degree

Hi Aliyah,

Thanks for the question. Very few cosmetology schools offer degree programs. Most cosmetology schools offer certificate and/or diploma programs which are typically much shorter than degree programs (usually around a year or so).

I would encourage you to check out two of the largest cosmetology schools in the U.S. just to get an idea for what the programs look like. You can always contact the school directly for specific information:

Paul Mitchell: https://paulmitchell.edu/programs

Empire: http://www.empire.edu/

Please note that I am not specifically endorsing either of these schools. I am just offering them as a starting point for you to collect information and to better understand that these programs require.