Cosmetology School Near San Diego
Train for your California cosmetology license at our Escondido campus, an easy drive up I-15 from San Diego. Hair, color, skin and nails in one 1,000-hour program, with day, part-time and night schedules and real clients in our student salon.
- 2017Founded, family-owned
- 1,000Hours to your California cosmetology license
- 5–10 PMEvening classes, Monday to Friday
- 4.6From 100+ Google reviews
Worth the drive up I-15
Plenty of schools are closer. Here is why San Diego students make the trip to Escondido for our cosmetology program.
Family-owned since 2017
Instructors and owners who know your name, not a corporate chain with a rotating front desk.
Day, part-time and night
Train around work, family and your commute. Evening classes run Monday through Friday, 5 to 10 PM.
Real clients, early
Mannequins first, then real guests in our licensed student salon, supervised by licensed instructors.
One license. Hair, skin and nails.
California requires 1,000 hours of training before the state board exam. Ours runs from theory to the salon floor, first on mannequins, then on real clients.
CA license
Hair cutting & styling
Precision cuts, layers, blowouts, updos and braids for every hair type.
Color & lightening
Color theory, foils, balayage, toning and corrective color.
Chemical services
Perms, relaxers and chemical straightening, done safely.
Skin care basics
Facials, brow shaping and makeup.
Nail care basics
Manicures and pedicures, part of the California cosmetology license.
Health, safety & state law
Disinfection, sanitation, anatomy and California regulations, plus exam prep.
Pick a pace that fits your life
Same 1,000 hours, four ways to get there. Lengths are estimates based on weekly hours. Admissions confirms exact start dates.
About 6 months
About 8 months
About 10 months
Mon–Fri, 5–10 PM
About 30 miles up I-15
Students commute to campus from neighborhoods all along I-15. Prefer transit? Ride the NCTD COASTER from downtown San Diego to Oceanside, then the SPRINTER to the Escondido Transit Center.
- EscondidoOur campus · 641 N Broadway
- Rancho BernardoNear 4S Ranch
- Carmel MountainNear Sabre Springs and Poway
- Rancho PeñasquitosNear Del Mar Mesa
- Mira MesaNear Scripps Ranch
- Kearny MesaNear Clairemont
- Downtown San DiegoAbout 30 miles to campus
Tour our Escondido campus
641 N BroadwayEscondido, CA 92025Office
- Mon – Thu
- 9 AM – 6 PM
- Fri – Sun
- Closed
Evening classes
- Mon – Fri
- 5 – 10 PM
- Sat – Sun
- No classes
From day one to licensed
- Complete 1,000 hoursFinish your training hours at a state-approved school like SCCBB.
- Apply to the BoardSubmit your application to the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.
- Pass the state board examExam prep is built into our program, so you walk in ready.
- Start your careerWork in a salon, rent a chair or suite, or build toward your own business.
What people say about us
I am very grateful to the College for helping me study and have my license... thanks to my teacher Mrs Azadeh Motamedi for her values.Graciella R.Cosmetology graduate
I have been to many salons and this place rivals the skills of high end places without the pretentious ambiance and prices. These students are here to learn and achieve success!Meg S.Salon guest
Got all over hair color done today by Eva and Lauren under the supervision of Mrs G... I love the new color. Also I frequently get facial here and enjoy a radiant skin.Farnaz G.Salon guest
Cosmetology school questions from San Diego
How far is SCCBB from San Diego?
Our campus is at 641 N Broadway in Escondido, about 30 miles north of downtown San Diego by I-15.
How long does cosmetology school take?
California requires 1,000 hours. That is about 6 months full time at 40 hours a week. Part-time and night schedules take longer.
Do you offer night classes?
Yes. Evening classes run Monday through Friday, 5 to 10 PM, so you can train around a day job.
Is financial aid available?
Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Our admissions team can walk you through your options.
What can I do with a cosmetology license?
A California cosmetology license covers hair, skin and nail services. Graduates work in salons, rent a chair or suite, or do weddings and events.
Can I visit before I enroll?
Yes. Book a campus tour to see the classrooms and student salon and meet our instructors.
Interested in skin care? See esthetician school near San Diego. More questions? See our cosmetology program, financial aid or contact admissions.
Start your career this season.
Book a tour of our Escondido campus, meet the instructors and find a cosmetology schedule that fits your San Diego commute.