How South Dakota approves cosmetology schools
Start with the South Dakota Cosmetology Commission’s approved education provider list, then check the exact campus and cosmetology program with the school.
Check the Commission’s school list
The Commission’s dated “Schools / Programs Available” table identifies approved education providers and the programs listed for each. Its September 22, 2026 edition includes four schools with cosmetology. The table does not publish school license numbers, expiration dates, tuition, class schedules, or upcoming starts; our “listed” label refers to this provider roster, not an independently verified license number.
Compare the exact cosmetology program
Review the school’s current campus-specific program and catalog for training hours, total price, supplies, attendance options, future starts, and financial aid. A tuition figure may exclude required fees and a kit. We leave a comparison field unknown when its current source does not support a reliable answer.
Recheck details before enrolling
Match the campus name, location, and cosmetology program to the Commission list and the school’s current materials. The public list can change, and a listing is not an endorsement or a guarantee of accreditation, funding, admission, or a particular start date. Review the school’s current written terms and any accreditation notice from its accreditor.