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Cosmetology license requirements in every state

Cosmetologists are licensed by each state, not nationally, so the training hours, exam, fees and renewal rules depend on where you work. This page compares every state we cover, using each board's own published rules.

Last checked · 191 official sources

On this page
  1. What the state rules have in common, and where they differ
  2. Cosmetologist license requirements by state
  3. Sources

What the state rules have in common, and where they differ

  • We cover cosmetologists in 49 states and DC. Every one of them issues a state license.
  • 44 states set the training or education for the main license in clock hours: from 1,000 in California to 1,800 in West Virginia.
  • The application or initial license fee the boards list for the main license ranges from $11 (Wisconsin) to $150 (Alaska). That is one fee line, not the full cost: exam, fingerprint and license fees are often charged separately, and each state page lists them all.
  • Renewal: 38 states renew every 2 years, 5 states renew every year, 2 states renew every 3 years and 1 state renews every 4 years.
  • 2 boards publish a reciprocity route for the main license, and 12 apply a universal license recognition law to it. Compare transfer routes state by state.

Each state names its credentials differently, and many issue several levels (operator, instructor, salon). The table compares the license each state page leads with; the state page covers every level.

Cosmetologist license requirements by state

StateMain licenseTraining or experienceExamApplication feeRenewalFrom another state
AlabamaCosmetologist +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours1
Experience 3,000 hours2		Yes1$503Every 2 years1License by endorsement, temporary license or permit, military service members and spouses and multistate license (interstate compact)4561
AlaskaHairdresser +1 moreTraining 1,650 clock hours7
Experience 2,000 hours7		Yes8$1509Every 2 years9Temporary license or permit and military service members and spouses10811
ArizonaCosmetologist +1 more–Yes12$6013Every 2 years14License by endorsement, universal license recognition, military service members and spouses and interstate compact privilege15161718
ArkansasCosmetologist +1 more–Yes19–Every 2 years20License by endorsement, universal license recognition and military service members and spouses2019
CaliforniaCosmetologist +1 moreTraining 1,000 clock hours21Yes22$7521Every 2 years21License by endorsement, exam waiver and military service members and spouses2324
ColoradoCosmetologistTraining 1,500 clock hours25Yes26–Every 2 years27License by endorsement, military service members and spouses and multistate license (interstate compact)2625
ConnecticutRegistered Hairdresser and Cosmetician (DPH: Hairdresser/Cosmetician license)Training 1,500 clock hours28Yes29$10028Every 2 years29License by endorsement and exam waiver2930
DelawareCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,500 classroom hours31Yes31–Every 2 years31License by endorsement32
District of ColumbiaCosmetologist +2 more–Yes33$6534Every 2 years35License by endorsement34
FloridaCosmetologist +1 moreTraining 1,200 clock hours36Yes37$4038Every 2 years37License by endorsement, exam waiver and military service members and spouses394041
GeorgiaMaster Cosmetologist +3 moreTraining 1,500 credit hours42Yes43$3044Every 2 years43License by endorsement and military service members and spouses4345
HawaiiBeauty Operator – Cosmetologist +3 moreTraining 1,800 clock hours46Yes47$2046Every 2 years48Exam waiver47
IdahoCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,600 clock hours49Yes50$3051Every 2 years52License by endorsement50
IllinoisCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours53Yes54$3055Every 2 years53License by endorsement and exam waiver53
IndianaNot covered yet–––––
IowaBarbering and Cosmetology License (barber and cosmetologist) +1 moreTraining 1,550 clock hours56Yes57$6058Every 2 years57Universal license recognition59
KansasCosmetologist license +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours60Yes61$6061Every 2 years62–
KentuckyCosmetologist license +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours63Yes64$5065–Military service members and spouses and multistate license (interstate compact)6667
LouisianaCertificate of registration as a registered cosmetologist +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours68Yes69–Every year70License by endorsement, universal license recognition and temporary license or permit6871
MaineCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours72Yes72$2073Every year74License by endorsement, temporary license or permit and military service members and spouses757677
MarylandCosmetologist license +2 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours78Yes78$2879Every 2 years80License by endorsement, military service members and spouses and multistate license (interstate compact)818218
MassachusettsCosmetologist license +2 moreTraining 1,000 clock hours83Yes83$6884Every 2 years85License by endorsement and military service members and spouses8687
MichiganCosmetologist license +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours88Yes88$1589–License by endorsement and military service members and spouses8890
MinnesotaCosmetologist (operator) license +2 moreTraining 1,550 clock hours91Yes91$4092Every 3 years92License by endorsement92
MississippiCosmetology license (cosmetologist) +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours93Yes93$5093Every 2 years93License by endorsement and universal license recognition93
MissouriClass CA - hairdressing and manicuring (cosmetologist operator license) +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours94Yes94$2595Every 2 years96License by endorsement, exam waiver, universal license recognition and military service members and spouses979899
MontanaCosmetologist license +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours100Yes100$80101Every 2 years102Exam waiver, military service members and spouses and multistate license (interstate compact)10010218
NebraskaCosmetologist license +1 moreTraining 1,800 clock hours103Yes103$95104Every 2 years105License by endorsement, universal license recognition, military service members and spouses and multistate license (interstate compact)10610518
NevadaCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,600 clock hours107Yes107$15108Every 2 years109License by endorsement and exam waiver110108
New HampshireCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,200 clock hours111Yes112$55112Every 2 years112License by endorsement113
New JerseyCosmetologist-Hairstylist (cosmetology and hairstyling license) +2 moreTraining 1,200 clock hours114Yes114$90114Every 2 years114License by endorsement and military service members and spouses114115
New MexicoCosmetologist License +1 moreTraining 1,600 clock hours116Yes116$100117Every 2 years116License by endorsement and military service members and spouses116118
New YorkCosmetology (appearance enhancement operator license)Training 1,000 clock hours119Yes119$40120Every 4 years121Reciprocity agreements, license by endorsement, exam waiver and military service members and spouses122123119
North CarolinaCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours124Yes125$49124Every 3 years125License by endorsement, military service members and spouses and exam waiver126127
North DakotaCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours128Yes128$50128Every year129License by endorsement, universal license recognition and military service members and spouses130131128
OhioCosmetologist (practicing license) +2 more–Yes132$45133Every 2 years134License by endorsement and military service members and spouses132135
OklahomaCosmetologist (Cosmetology license, chemical or non-chemical) +2 moreTraining 1,000 clock hours136Yes137––License by endorsement136
OregonPractitioner certificate in the field of practice of hair design (Board of Cosmetology) +1 moreTraining 1,110 clock hours138Yes139$30140Every 2 years138License by endorsement138
PennsylvaniaCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,250 clock hours141Yes142$26143Every 2 years144Reciprocity agreements145
Rhode IslandHairdresser/Cosmetician (RIDOH license type "Hairdresser/Cosmetologist") +1 moreTraining 1,000 clock hours146Yes146$25147Every 2 years146License by endorsement, temporary license or permit and exam waiver146
South CarolinaCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours148Yes148–Every 2 years148License by endorsement and military service members and spouses149150
South DakotaCosmetologist +3 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours151Yes152$120152Every year153License by endorsement, temporary license or permit and military service members and spouses151153154
TennesseeCosmetologist +1 moreTraining 1,500 clock hours155Yes155$60156Every 2 years155License by endorsement155
TexasCosmetology Operator +1 moreTraining 1,000 clock hours157Yes158$50157Every 2 years157License by endorsement and temporary license or permit159
UtahCosmetology license (holder may be known as a cosmetologist or a barber) +4 moreTraining 1,250 clock hours160Yes160$60161Every 2 years160Universal license recognition162
VermontCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,000 clock hours163Yes164$120165Every 2 years165License by endorsement and universal license recognition164163
VirginiaCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,000 clock hours166Yes167$120168Every 2 years169License by endorsement, universal license recognition and military service members and spouses170171172
WashingtonCosmetologist +1 moreTraining 1,600 clock hours173Yes174$35174Every 2 years175License by endorsement, multistate license (interstate compact) and military service members and spouses174173176
West VirginiaCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,800 clock hours177Yes178$35179Every year180License by endorsement, provisional and military service members and spouses181182183
WisconsinCosmetologist +2 moreTraining 1,550 clock hours184Yes184$11185–License by endorsement, military service members and spouses and interstate compact privilege18618718
WyomingCosmetologist +3 moreTraining 1,600 clock hours188Yes189$48190Every 2 years191License by endorsement, universal license recognition and military service members and spouses189190

Training and experience are shown in the unit each state uses (clock hours, hours of on-the-job training, years); they are not converted. "Application fee" is the single application or initial license fee line, not a total.

Sources

Every number and rule above links to one of these official pages. Select a footnote number to read the board's own words.

  1. The Alabama Cosmetology Act (Code of Alabama 1975 §34-7B-1 to -94) and Administrative Rules ch. 250-X-1 to…Alabama Board of Cosmetology and BarberingDated October 15, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  2. ApprenticesAlabama Board of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  3. FAQsAlabama Board of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  4. Reciprocity Instructions and Application (2025-10)Alabama Board of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  5. Transfer A LicenseAlabama Board of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  6. Military FamiliesAlabama Board of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  7. 12 AAC 09 Board of Barbers and HairdressersAlaska State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  8. 12 AAC 09.005 Application for examinationAlaska State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  9. 12 AAC 02.140 Board of Barbers and Hairdressers feesAlaska State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  10. AS 08.13 Barbers and HairdressersAlaska State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  11. 12 AAC 02.900-.990 license periodsAlaska State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  12. A.R.S. 32-511Arizona State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  13. Personal LicenseArizona Barbering & Cosmetology BoardChecked November 7, 2026
  14. A.R.S. 32-517Arizona State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  15. A.R.S. 32-513Arizona State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  16. Licensed in another state moving to ArizonaArizona Barbering & Cosmetology BoardChecked November 7, 2026
  17. Military ReciprocityArizona Barbering & Cosmetology BoardChecked November 7, 2026
  18. Pennsylvania becomes 13th state to enact Cosmetology Licensure Compact (July 20, 2026)Cosmetology Licensure Compact CommissionDated July 20, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  19. 17 CAR Part 54 (Cosmetology and Body Art rules), sections 54-101 to 54-207 and 54-401Arkansas Department of Health (Code of Arkansas Rules)Checked November 7, 2026
  20. Cosmetology and Body Art Law (2025)Arkansas Department of HealthChecked November 7, 2026
  21. Barbering and Cosmetology Act and RegulationsCalifornia Board of Barbering and CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  22. ApplicantsCalifornia Board of Barbering and CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  23. Reciprocity Application Instructions and ChecklistCalifornia Board of Barbering and CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  24. FAQsCalifornia Board of Barbering and CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  25. 4 CCR 731-1 Barber and Cosmetology Licensure Rules and RegulationsColorado Secretary of State (Code of Colorado Regulations)Dated October 30, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  26. Colorado Revised Statutes 2024Colorado General Assembly, Office of Legislative Legal ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  27. Professional and Occupational License Types in ColoradoState of Colorado, Colorado Information MarketplaceDated January 8, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  28. Hairdresser Licensure RequirementsConnecticut Department of Public HealthChecked November 7, 2026
  29. Conn. Gen. Stat. Chapter 387 Hairdressers and CosmeticiansConnecticut General AssemblyChecked November 7, 2026
  30. Hairdresser Licensure of Foreign Trained ApplicantsConnecticut Department of Public HealthChecked November 7, 2026
  31. 24 Del. C. ch. 51 subch. I Board of Cosmetology and BarberingDelaware General AssemblyChecked November 7, 2026
  32. License by ReciprocityDelaware Division of Professional Regulation, Board of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  33. 17 DCMR § 3703 Qualifications for LicensureDistrict of Columbia Office of Documents (DCRegs) — D.C. Municipal RegulationsDated May 22, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  34. Board of Barber and CosmetologyDepartment of Licensing and Consumer Protection — Board of Barber and CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  35. 17 DCMR § 3706 Term of LicensesDistrict of Columbia Office of Documents (DCRegs) — D.C. Municipal RegulationsDated September 12, 2003Checked November 7, 2026
  36. Cosmetologist License by Examination Based on Florida Education (COSMO 1) checklistFlorida Department of Business and Professional Regulation — Licensing Portal (Board of Cosmetology)Checked November 7, 2026
  37. Fla. Admin. Code ch. 61G5-18 CosmetologistFlorida Department of State — Florida Administrative Code (flrules.org), Board of Cosmetology rulesChecked November 7, 2026
  38. Fla. Admin. Code ch. 61G5-24 Fee ScheduleFlorida Department of State — Florida Administrative Code (flrules.org), Board of Cosmetology rulesChecked November 7, 2026
  39. Fla. Stat. 477.019 (2026)Florida Legislature (Online Sunshine) — The 2026 Florida StatutesChecked November 7, 2026
  40. Cosmetologist License by Current Licensure in Another State or Country (COSMO 2) checklistFlorida Department of Business and Professional Regulation — Licensing Portal (Board of Cosmetology)Checked November 7, 2026
  41. Cosmetologist Professional Licensure for Military Personnel/Veterans/Military Spouses (MVL 003) checklistFlorida Department of Business and Professional Regulation — Licensing Portal (Board of Cosmetology)Checked November 7, 2026
  42. Board reference PDF: House Bill 314 effective July 1, 2015, O.C.G.A. 43-10-1 to 43-10-20Georgia Secretary of State, State Board of Cosmetology and BarbersChecked November 7, 2026
  43. Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers FAQGeorgia Secretary of State, State Board of Cosmetology and BarbersChecked November 7, 2026
  44. Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers Fee Schedule (GSBCB Rev 03/22)Georgia Secretary of State, State Board of Cosmetology and BarbersChecked November 7, 2026
  45. Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. ch. 240-11 Application by EndorsementGeorgia Secretary of State (Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia)Checked November 7, 2026
  46. Beauty Operator License Application (PVL form 2025-12)Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing DivisionChecked November 7, 2026
  47. Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination InformationHawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing DivisionChecked November 7, 2026
  48. HRS 439A-14 Renewal of licensesHawaii State Legislature (Hawaii Revised Statutes)Checked November 7, 2026
  49. Cosmetology Student Record of Instruction (rev. 09/22/2020)Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional LicensesDated September 22, 2020Checked November 7, 2026
  50. BCB Frequently Asked QuestionsIdaho Division of Occupational and Professional LicensesDated August 6, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  51. IDAPA 24.28.01 Rules of the Barber and Cosmetology Services Licensing BoardIdaho Office of the Administrative Rules CoordinatorChecked November 7, 2026
  52. Big changes are on the way (fee and biennial renewal changes, May 29, 2026)Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional LicensesDated May 29, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  53. Qualifications for Licensure: Cosmetologist (011)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional RegulationDated September 1, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  54. 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1175.400 Licensure by Examination - CosmetologyIllinois General Assembly, Joint Committee on Administrative RulesDated August 10, 2018Checked November 7, 2026
  55. 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1175.100 FeesIllinois General Assembly, Joint Committee on Administrative RulesDated August 10, 2018Checked November 7, 2026
  56. Iowa Code chapter 157 Barbering and Cosmetology Arts and SciencesIowa LegislatureDated December 9, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  57. 481 IAC ch. 940 Licensure (10-28-2026 IAC)Iowa LegislatureDated September 30, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  58. 481 IAC ch. 507 Fees (10-28-2026 IAC)Iowa LegislatureDated September 30, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  59. 481 IAC ch. 501 Licensure by verification / work experience (10-28-2026 IAC)Iowa LegislatureDated September 30, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  60. K.S.A. 65-1912 Apprentice licenseKansas Office of Revisor of StatutesChecked November 7, 2026
  61. Practitioner License ApplicationKansas Board of CosmetologyDated May 17, 2024Checked November 7, 2026
  62. K.A.R. 69-11-2Kansas Secretary of StateDated February 14, 2014Checked November 7, 2026
  63. 201 KAR 12:082 Education requirements and school administrationKentucky Legislative Research CommissionDated December 2, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  64. KRS 317A.050 Qualifications for licenses and permitsKentucky Legislative Research CommissionDated July 14, 2022Checked November 7, 2026
  65. 201 KAR 12:260 FeesKentucky Legislative Research CommissionDated December 2, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  66. 201 KAR 12:030 Licensing and examinationsKentucky Legislative Research CommissionDated December 2, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  67. KRS 317A.105 Cosmetology Licensure CompactKentucky Legislative Research CommissionDated June 29, 2023Checked November 7, 2026
  68. LAC 46:XXXI CosmetologistsLouisiana Division of Administration, Office of the State Register (LAC Title 46 Part XXXI Cosmetologists)Checked November 7, 2026
  69. La. R.S. 37:582Louisiana State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  70. La. R.S. 37:590Louisiana State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  71. Welcome Home ActLouisiana State Board of CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  72. 32 M.R.S. §14226 Qualifications; cosmetologyMaine Legislature (Office of the Revisor of Statutes)Dated October 5, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  73. 02-041 CMR ch. 10 Establishment of License Fees (2025-212 AMD)Maine Secretary of State (Department of Professional and Financial Regulation rules)Dated October 27, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  74. Barbering and Cosmetology Licensing - Individual LicensesMaine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation, Barbering and Cosmetology LicensingChecked November 7, 2026
  75. 32 M.R.S. §14231 Examination eligibility for out-of-state applicantsMaine Legislature (Office of the Revisor of Statutes)Dated October 5, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  76. 32 M.R.S. §14230 Temporary licenseMaine Legislature (Office of the Revisor of Statutes)Dated October 5, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  77. Temporary License for Active Duty Service Members, Veterans and SpousesMaine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation, Barbering and Cosmetology LicensingChecked November 7, 2026
  78. Md. Code, Bus. Occ. & Prof. § 5-304Maryland General AssemblyChecked November 7, 2026
  79. COMAR 09.22.01.14Maryland Division of State DocumentsChecked November 7, 2026
  80. Renew a License - CosmetologistsMaryland Department of Labor, Board of CosmetologistsChecked November 7, 2026
  81. Apply for Licensure by Endorsement (Reciprocal)Maryland Department of Labor, Board of CosmetologistsChecked November 7, 2026
  82. Military Veterans and Families - Expedited LicensingMaryland Department of LaborChecked November 7, 2026
  83. 240 CMR 2.00: Licensure of cosmetologists, manicurists, aestheticians, demonstrators and instructorsMassachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure, Board of Registration of Cosmetology and BarberingDated October 24, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  84. How can I become a cosmetologist, electrologist, manicurist, aesthetician, or barber?Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure, Board of Registration of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  85. Renew a barber, cosmetology, or electrology licenseMassachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure, Board of Registration of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  86. Transfer a cosmetology, aesthetics, manicuring, barber, or electrology license to MassachusettsMassachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure, Board of Registration of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  87. DOL licensing benefits for active military, spouses & veteransMassachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure, Board of Registration of Cosmetology and BarberingChecked November 7, 2026
  88. Occupational Code (1980 PA 299) Article 12, Cosmetology (MCL 339.1201 to 339.1218) PDFMichigan LegislatureDated February 11, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  89. State License Fee Act (1979 PA 152), MCL 338.2201 et seq. PDFMichigan LegislatureDated February 11, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  90. MCL - Section 339.213 - Michigan LegislatureMichigan Legislature (Legislative Service Bureau)Checked November 7, 2026
  91. Minnesota Rules chapter 2105, Board of Cosmetologist ExaminersMinnesota Office of the Revisor of StatutesChecked November 7, 2026
  92. Minnesota Statutes chapter 155A, CosmetologistsMinnesota Office of the Revisor of StatutesChecked November 7, 2026
  93. MSBCB Updated Statutes 4.1.2026 (Miss. Code Ann. Title 73 Ch. 7)Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology and BarberingDated April 1, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  94. RSMo 329.050 QualificationsMissouri Revisor of StatutesChecked November 7, 2026
  95. Student Enrollment Application (MO 375-1182 5-2025)Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber ExaminersChecked November 7, 2026
  96. Renewal DatesMissouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber ExaminersChecked November 7, 2026
  97. 20 CSR 2085-7 Cosmetology Licensing (9/30/19)Missouri Secretary of State (Code of State Regulations)Dated September 30, 2019Checked November 7, 2026
  98. RSMo 324.009 Licensure of nonresidents (universal recognition)Missouri Revisor of StatutesChecked November 7, 2026
  99. Application for Temporary Courtesy License to Nonresident Military SpouseMissouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber ExaminersChecked November 7, 2026
  100. MCA 37-31-304Montana Legislature (Montana Code Annotated 2025)Checked November 7, 2026
  101. ARM Title 24 Chapter 121 as of 12-11-2021 (board copy)Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Board of Barbers and CosmetologistsDated December 31, 2021Checked November 7, 2026
  102. Cosmetologist license informationMontana Department of Labor and Industry, Board of Barbers and CosmetologistsChecked November 7, 2026
  103. Cosmeticians, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Salons and Schools (statute compilation)Nebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  104. Cosmetologist and Esthetician License by Examination applicationNebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  105. Uniform Credentialing Act (compilation)Nebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  106. Cosmetologist and Esthetician License by Reciprocity applicationNebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  107. NRS Chapter 644A - CosmetologyNevada Legislature, Legislative Counsel BureauDated April 15, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  108. Out of State / Out of Country HoursNevada State Board of CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  109. Licensing & Service FeesNevada State Board of CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  110. Transfer to NevadaNevada State Board of CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  111. RSA 313-A:11 Qualifications; CosmetologistsNH General CourtDated August 9, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  112. N.H. Admin. Rules Plc 1000 (OPLC license fees)New Hampshire General Court (Office of Legislative Services, Administrative Rules)Dated July 1, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  113. New Changes to Reciprocity in New HampshireNew Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and CertificationChecked November 7, 2026
  114. N.J.A.C. 13:28 Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling (board regulations PDF)New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling (Division of Consumer Affairs)Dated February 26, 2024Checked November 7, 2026
  115. 45:1-15.5New Jersey State Library (legislative history compilation of the enacted law)Dated January 17, 2014Checked November 7, 2026
  116. NMSA 1978 Chapter 61, Article 17A Barbers and Cosmetologists ActNew Mexico Compilation Commission (NMOneSource)Checked November 7, 2026
  117. Barbers and Cosmetologists: FAQsNew Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department, Board of Barbers and CosmetologistsChecked November 7, 2026
  118. 16.34.6 NMAC Expedited LicensureNew Mexico State Records Center and Archives (NMAC)Checked November 7, 2026
  119. Become a CosmetologistNYS Department of State Division of Licensing ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  120. Cosmetology Application (DOS-0034-a)New York Business Express (Empire State Development / NYS Department of State listing)Checked November 7, 2026
  121. CosmetologyNYS Department of State Division of Licensing ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  122. Cosmetology ReciprocityNYS Department of State Division of Licensing ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  123. Endorsement StatesNYS Department of State Division of Licensing ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  124. 21 NCAC 14 Cosmetic Art Examiners (full chapter)NC Office of Administrative HearingsChecked November 7, 2026
  125. G.S. Chapter 88B Cosmetic ArtNorth Carolina General AssemblyChecked November 7, 2026
  126. Individuals Licensed in another StateNC Board of Cosmetic Art ExaminersChecked November 7, 2026
  127. Out of State GraduatesNC Board of Cosmetic Art ExaminersChecked November 7, 2026
  128. N.D.C.C. ch. 43-11 CosmetologistsNorth Dakota Legislative BranchChecked November 7, 2026
  129. Personal LicensureNorth Dakota State Board of CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  130. ND Cosmetology Administrative Rules 2026North Dakota State Board of CosmetologyDated January 1, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  131. CHAPTER 43-51.1North Dakota Legislative Branch (North Dakota Century Code)Checked November 7, 2026
  132. Ohio Rev. Code 4713.28Ohio Legislative Service Commission (Ohio Revised Code)Dated October 24, 2024Checked November 7, 2026
  133. Ohio Rev. Code 4713.10Ohio Legislative Service Commission (Ohio Revised Code)Dated October 24, 2024Checked November 7, 2026
  134. Ohio Rev. Code 4713.01Ohio Legislative Service Commission (Ohio Revised Code)Dated April 9, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  135. Military Members & SpousesOhio State Cosmetology and Barber BoardChecked November 7, 2026
  136. Oklahoma Statutes Title 59 (complete title PDF) - excerpt 59 O.S. 199 to 199.21Oklahoma LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  137. OSBCB Rules and Regulations and Statutes book (OAC Title 175) effective December 1, 2025Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and BarberingDated December 1, 2025Checked November 8, 2026
  138. OAR 817 Division 6 - Practitioner Certificate QualificationsOregon Secretary of State, Oregon Administrative Rules DatabaseDated July 1, 2024Checked November 7, 2026
  139. Hair Design - License Information (certification pathways)Oregon Health Authority, Health Licensing Office (Board of Cosmetology)Checked November 7, 2026
  140. OAR 817-040-0003 FeesOregon Secretary of State, Oregon Administrative Rules DatabaseDated July 1, 2024Checked November 7, 2026
  141. 49 Pa. Code § 7.32dPennsylvania Code and Bulletin (Legislative Reference Bureau)Checked November 7, 2026
  142. 49 Pa. Code § 7.31Pennsylvania Code and Bulletin (Legislative Reference Bureau)Checked November 7, 2026
  143. 49 Pa. Code § 7.2Pennsylvania Code and Bulletin (Legislative Reference Bureau)Checked November 7, 2026
  144. 49 Pa. Code § 7.43Pennsylvania Code and Bulletin (Legislative Reference Bureau)Checked November 7, 2026
  145. Cosmetology Licensure GuidePennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, State Board of CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  146. Barbers, Hairdressers/Cosmeticians, Manicurists, Estheticians, and Instructors (216-RICR-40-05-4)Rhode Island Department of State (RICR); rule of the Rhode Island Department of HealthDated May 30, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  147. 216-RICR-10-05-2 Fee Structure for Licensing, Laboratory and Administrative Services Provided by the…Rhode Island Department of State (RI Code of Regulations); rule of the RI Department of HealthDated March 25, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  148. S.C. Code Title 40 Chapter 13 - Cosmetologists, Estheticians, and Nail TechniciansSouth Carolina LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  149. S.C. Code of Regulations Chapter 35 - Board of CosmetologySouth Carolina LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  150. S.C. Code Title 40 Chapter 1 Professions and Occupations (general provisions)South Carolina LegislatureChecked November 8, 2026
  151. ARSD Article 20:42 CosmetologySouth Dakota LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  152. SD Cosmetology Commission - Licensing and ExaminationsSouth Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation, Cosmetology CommissionChecked November 7, 2026
  153. SDCL Chapter 36-15 CosmetologistsSouth Dakota LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  154. SDLRC - Codified Law 36-1B-4 - Fees. 36-1B-4. Fees.South Dakota Legislature, Codified LawsChecked November 7, 2026
  155. Tennessee Code Unannotated - Free Public Access: search results for T.C.A. 56-6-103 to 56-6-121 (section…Tennessee Code Unannotated, free public accessChecked November 7, 2026
  156. Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. ch. 0440-01 Licensing (Board of Cosmetology), compilation December 24, 2025Tennessee Secretary of State, Division of Publications (Rules of the Tennessee Board of Cosmetology)Dated December 24, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  157. Apply for a Cosmetology Operator LicenseTexas Department of Licensing and RegulationChecked November 7, 2026
  158. 16 TAC §83.20 License Requirements--IndividualsTexas Secretary of State, Texas Administrative Code (TDLR rules)Dated August 15, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  159. 16 TAC §83.28 Substantial Equivalence and Provisional LicensureTexas Secretary of State, Texas Administrative Code (TDLR rules)Dated August 15, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  160. Utah Code Title 58 Chapter 11a Cosmetology and Associated Professions Licensing Act (current version, XML)Utah State LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  161. H.B. 8 (2026 General Session) State Agency Fees and Internal Service Fund Rate Authorization and…Utah State LegislatureDated July 1, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  162. R156-11a Cosmetology and Associated Professions Licensing Act RuleUtah Office of Administrative Rules (Department of Commerce, Division of Professional Licensing rule)Dated March 24, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  163. Barber, Cosmetologist, Nail Technician, Esthetician Application InstructionsVermont Secretary of State, Office of Professional RegulationChecked November 7, 2026
  164. 26 V.S.A. chapter 6: Barbers and CosmetologistsVermont General AssemblyChecked November 7, 2026
  165. Vermont LawsVermont General Assembly (Vermont Statutes Online)Checked November 7, 2026
  166. 18VAC41-20-200Virginia General Assembly, Division of Legislative Automated Systems (Virginia Administrative Code)Dated December 1, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  167. 18VAC41-20-60Virginia General Assembly, Division of Legislative Automated Systems (Virginia Administrative Code)Dated December 1, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  168. 18VAC41-20-140Virginia General Assembly, Division of Legislative Automated Systems (Virginia Administrative Code)Dated December 1, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  169. 18VAC41-20-160Virginia General Assembly, Division of Legislative Automated Systems (Virginia Administrative Code)Dated December 1, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  170. 18VAC41-20-30Virginia General Assembly, Division of Legislative Automated Systems (Virginia Administrative Code)Dated December 1, 2025Checked November 7, 2026
  171. Universal License Recognition Form (static PDF)Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, Board for Barbers and CosmetologyDated September 1, 2024Checked November 7, 2026
  172. Board for Barbers and CosmetologyVirginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, Board for Barbers and CosmetologyChecked November 7, 2026
  173. Chapter 18.16 RCW (full chapter)Washington State Legislature, Code ReviserChecked November 7, 2026
  174. Chapter 308-20 WAC (full chapter)Washington State Legislature, Office of the Code Reviser (WAC)Checked November 7, 2026
  175. Renew or reinstate your license: cosmetologistsWashington State Department of LicensingChecked November 7, 2026
  176. Get your license: cosmetologyWashington State Department of LicensingChecked November 7, 2026
  177. W. Va. Code §30-27-3West Virginia LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  178. W. Va. Code §30-27-8West Virginia LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  179. FeesWest Virginia Board of Barbers and CosmetologistsChecked November 7, 2026
  180. W. Va. Code §30-27-10West Virginia LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  181. Transfer License to WVWest Virginia Board of Barbers and CosmetologistsChecked November 7, 2026
  182. W. Va. Code §30-27-9West Virginia LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  183. W. Va. Code §30-1-23West Virginia LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  184. Wis. Stat. ch. 454 Barbering and Cosmetology (2023-24 Wis. Stats., published 5-13-26)Wisconsin Legislature (Legislative Reference Bureau)Dated May 13, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  185. Credential Fees and Renewal DatesWisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  186. Cosmetologist - Licensure by EndorsementWisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  187. CosmetologistWisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesChecked November 7, 2026
  188. Board of Cosmetology Rules Chapter 6: Course of Study (033.0001.6.04012026)Wyoming Secretary of State - Administrative RulesDated April 1, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  189. Wyoming Statutes Title 33, Chapter 12 (Wyoming Cosmetology Act, W.S. 33-12-119 to 33-12-140) excerptWyoming LegislatureChecked November 7, 2026
  190. Board of Cosmetology Rules Chapter 1: General Provision (033.0001.1.04012026)Wyoming Secretary of State - Administrative RulesDated April 1, 2026Checked November 7, 2026
  191. Board of Cosmetology Rules Chapter 13: Fees (033.0001.13.01182024)Wyoming Secretary of State - Administrative RulesDated January 18, 2024Checked November 7, 2026