Esthetics (skin care) training ยท Indianapolis, IN
Esthetician Schools in Indianapolis, IN
Esthetician schools in Indianapolis offer campus training in skin care, waxing and makeup, with options in Carmel, Avon and nearby communities. Compare published course lengths and prices below, then check the class schedule and Indiana license steps.
Compare campus locations, published charges and class formats, including an Anderson option farther northeast. The check line under each school names its active Indiana Beauty Culture School license, expiration and verification date.
Campus lists new classes every six weeks. The August 24, 2026 Indiana catalog includes 700-hour and 750-hour esthetics curricula; confirm which applies to your intake.
700 hours; 20 weeks full time or 35 weeks part time
Catalog: full time Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; part time Monday-Thursday, 5:45-9:45 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; confirm campus availability
$9,996 tuition; $11,771 catalog total before supplies sales tax (2026/27 Indiana catalog)
700 hours; 20 weeks full time or 35 weeks part time
Catalog: full time Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; part time Monday-Thursday, 5:45-9:45 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; confirm campus availability
$9,996 tuition; $11,771 catalog total before supplies sales tax (2026/27 Indiana catalog)
AM Beauty College publishes in-person esthetics training covering facials, makeup, waxing, sanitation and consultation skills for future practitioners.
700 hours; 20 weeks full time or 35 weeks part time
Schedule
Catalog: full time Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; part time Monday-Thursday, 5:45-9:45 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; confirm campus availability
Published cost
$9,996 tuition; $11,771 catalog total before supplies sales tax (2026/27 Indiana catalog)
700 hours; 20 weeks full time or 35 weeks part time
Schedule
Catalog: full time Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; part time Monday-Thursday, 5:45-9:45 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; confirm campus availability
Published cost
$9,996 tuition; $11,771 catalog total before supplies sales tax (2026/27 Indiana catalog)
Summit's Anderson esthetics course teaches facials, masking, anatomy, hair removal, microdermabrasion and body treatments across day or evening schedules.
BLS May 2025 OEWS estimates report 470 skincare specialist jobs (SOC 39-5094) in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area. The median wage was $23.33 per hour, or $48,530 annually. These figures describe the metro area, beyond Indianapolis city limits.
The BLS survey guidance says OEWS covers employees and excludes self-employed workers. It also distinguishes employment from job openings. The median marks the middle of the reported wage range. Use it when weighing tuition, then ask employers about starting wages, service commissions, paid hours and benefits. It does not describe what every graduate earns.
Indiana Wellness College lists a $14,774 total and federal aid, including Pell Grants, for eligible students through FAFSA. Confirm eligibility for your specific course. For GI Bill benefits, check the campus and program in the VA comparison tool.
Contact WorkOne Indy about WIOA support before starting classes; eligibility, program selection and funding approval come first. Surrounding-county residents can ask WorkOne Central about training assistance. If an employer offers tuition help, request the amount, work commitment and repayment terms in writing.
How long does esthetician school take around Indianapolis?
Calendar length depends on attendance. Aveda's catalog publishes 700 hours over 25 weeks, and Indiana Wellness College spreads 700 hours across 37 weeks. Ask for the finish date attached to your start, plus the rules for making up missed hours and completing clinic work.
Can I study esthetics while working during the day?
Evening training is published locally. Tricoci's Indianapolis NE campus lists part-time esthetics from 5:30 to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. Paul Mitchell lists a part-time start on January 25, 2027. Check the complete clinic schedule before arranging work or child care; a part-time label alone does not tell you every required attendance day.
Does finishing an esthetics program give me an Indiana license?
School completion is one step. Indiana's application instructions also require the PSI written exam pass notice, education certification and license application. Keep copies of your completion records. Ask the school when it issues the education form and how it helps students arrange the examination.
Why do some esthetics prices differ between school pages?
A catalog and a campus webpage can show different charges. For example, Empire's Indianapolis page lists $9,120 for esthetics, while its 2026/27 Indiana catalog lists $9,996 tuition and $11,771 total before supplies sales tax. Get a dated quote for your start and compare that with the enrollment agreement before paying a deposit.
Does advanced esthetics training change what I may legally perform?
A course's treatment list does not settle every scope question. The Indiana Board's current announcement describes July 2026 changes covering lash and brow services and microneedling. It also says practitioners offering microneedling must provide proof of advanced training or certification when the agency requests it. Ask what documentation a course provides and confirm the current rules for the service you plan to offer.