Cosmetology & Beauty Schools in Chicago

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¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ of Beauty Culture has six campuses across Chicagoland: Bridgeview, Chicago NE (Rogers Park), Chicago NW (Norwood Park), Elgin, Glendale Heights, and Libertyville.

Accredited by NACCAS. Every campus offers cosmetology and esthetics, full-time or part-time evenings, and instructor training part-time days. Barber is available at Bridgeview and Norwood Park, with Libertyville pending confirmation.

Illinois requires 1,500 training hours for a cosmetology license and750 for an esthetician license, both issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). New classes start every 6 weeks, and every campus runs a student clinic salon open to the public.

Cosmetology instructor teaching student hair drying techniques

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Compare Our Six Chicago Beauty School Campuses

Every campus below lists its address, phone number, programs, and schedule options. Cosmetology, esthetics, and instructor training run at all six campuses; barber is the one program that varies, offered at Bridgeview and Norwood Park, with Libertyville pending confirmation.

Bridgeview location building

Bridgeview

7350 W 87th St
Bridgeview, IL 60455
708-233-9933

Programs offered:

Cosmetology (Full and Part Time)
Esthetics (Full and Part Time)
Barber (Part Time)
Instructor Training (Part Time)

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Glendale Heights location building

Glendale Heights

530 East North Avenue
Glendale Heights, IL 60139
630-790-1500

Programs offered:

Cosmetology (Full and Part Time)
Esthetics (Full and Part Time)
Instructor Training (Part Time)

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Rogers Park location building

Rogers Park

6458 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60626
773-764-6458

Programs offered:

Cosmetology (Full and Part Time)
Esthetics (Full and Part Time)
Cosmetology and Esthetics Teacher (Part Time)

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Nowrood Park location building

Norwood Park

5321 North Harlem Avenue
Chicago, IL 60656
773-467-1900

Programs offered:

Cosmetology (Full and Part Time)
Esthetics (Full and Part Time)
Barber (Full Time)
Cosmetology, Esthetics and Barber Teacher (Part Time)

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Elgin location building

Elgin

264 South Randall Road
Elgin, IL 60123
847-376-0740

Programs offered:

Cosmetology (Full and Part Time)
Esthetics (Full and Part Time)
Cosmetology and Esthetics Teacher (Part Time)

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Libertyville location building

Libertyville

751 East Park Avenue
Libertyville, IL 60048
847-247-8100

Programs offered:

Cosmetology (Full and Part Time)
Esthetics (Full and Part Time)
Cosmetology and Esthetics Teacher (Part Time)

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Beauty school Programs at Our Chicago Campuses

Our Chicago campuses offer a wide range of programs designed to meet your educational needs. Whether you’re interested in becoming a licensed cosmetologist, esthetician, or barber, ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ has the program for you. Explore our offerings:

  • Cosmetology Program: comprehensive training in hair, makeup, and beauty techniques toward Illinois cosmetology licensure. Offered at all six Chicagoland campuses, full-time (10 months) or part-time evenings (17 months).
  • Esthetics Program: skincare treatments, facials, waxing, and other esthetician services toward Illinois esthetician licensure. Offered at all six Chicagoland campuses, full-time (5 months) or part-time evenings (9 months).
  • Barber Program: learn cutting, grooming, and styling men’s hair with hands-on experience in our student clinic. In Chicagoland, the Barber Program runs full-time at Norwood Park (10 months) and part-time evenings at Bridgeview (17 months).
  • Cosmetology Teacher, Esthetics Teacher, Barber Teacher: prepare to teach as a licensed educator, with cosmetology teacher and esthetics teacher tracks, plus a barber teacher track at Chicago NW (Norwood Park). Available part-time days at all six Chicagoland campuses. Cosmetology teacher track: 7 months (600-hour) or 7 to 12 months (1,000-hour); esthetics teacher track: 9 months.
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Accreditation and Illinois Licensure

¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ of Beauty Culture is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences, Inc.

Students may apply for federal financial aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), including Pell Grants and federal student loans.

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Programs by Chicago Campus

CAMPUS COSMETOLOGY ESTHETICS BARBER COSMETOLOGY TEACHER, BARBER TEACHER, AND ESTHETICS TEACHER
Bridgeview FT 10 mo · PT 17 mo FT 5 mo · PT 9 mo PT 17 mo PT day
Chicago NE (Rogers Park) FT 10 mo · PT 17 mo FT 5 mo · PT 9 mo — PT day
Chicago NW (Norwood Park) FT 10 mo · PT 17 mo FT 5 mo · PT 9 mo FT 10 mo PT day
Elgin FT 10 mo · PT 17 mo FT 5 mo · PT 9 mo — PT day
Glendale Heights FT 10 mo · PT 17 mo FT 5 mo · PT 9 mo — PT day
Libertyville FT 10 mo · PT 17 mo FT 5 mo · PT 9 mo — PT day

Financial Aid Options for Chicago Metro Area Beauty School Students

¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ of Beauty Culture is accredited by NACCAS and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs. Most students qualify for one or more of the following: Federal Pell Grants, Federal Direct Loans (subsidized and unsubsidized), ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ scholarships and grants (application required), interest-free monthly payment plans, and workforce development funding for eligible applicants. Start with the FAFSA, and our financial aid team will work through your options campus by campus.

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FAQs

Here are some common questions we receive about ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ Beauty School in the Chicago Area.

How do I choose the right Chicago campus?green arrow
We offer multiple campuses across the Chicago area, each with unique benefits. Consider proximity, program offerings, and campus size when making your decision. Our admissions team is here to help guide you.
What programs are available at Tricoci’s Chicago campuses?green arrow
Our Chicago campuses offer cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, and teacher programs for each. Flexible scheduling options are available at all locations.
Do all campuses offer the same programs?green arrow
While most campuses offer cosmetology and esthetics, program availability may vary by location. Visit each campus page or contact us to learn more.